Fort McMurray has a rich history and Heritage Village and Heritage Shipyard preserves and celebrates the past. Visitors can explore various buildings/vessels/train to learn more about those who helped to establish our community. The exhibits and artifacts bring together the rich facets of our history and invite visitors to uncover aspects of our past that shape our lives today. Read more

Heritage Shipyard is a destination unlike any other. Located along the Clearwater River, this 4.4 acre site is the original location of what was once called the Prairie Shipyards when Fort McMurray was the "gateway to the north". It's the only remaining shipyard in the province of Alberta. For decade, Fort McMurray was a transportation hub. In the spring, railcars would arrive to unload their wares, which were transferred to the ships that travelled up the Athabasca River, distributing goods to... Read more