The David Thompson Puppets
WE
ARE THE FRIENDS OF THE
ROCKY
MOUNTAIN HOUSE
NATIONAL
HISTORIC SITE (The Confluence Heritage Society)
COME
AND VISIT !
Where We Are
Our Spectacular Puppet
Theatre**
FUR TRADE BANQUET
Rocky
Mountain House National Historic Site
David Thompson web
David Thompson Bicentennials 2007-2011
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Open from May long weekend
until Labour Day - Books, crafts,jewellry,
art, items for children and refreshments-Ph. 403-845-6680
** New Release- EPIC WANDERER : David
Thompson and the Mapping of the Canadian West by D'Arcy
Jenish
$ 37.95 Cdn.
History of Rocky Mountain House Special Prices
Favorite Lnks
THUMBNAILS of Rocky Mountain House
WHO
ARE THE FRIENDS?
The Friends of Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site is a
volunteer organization that began in 1983. The main focus and objective of our
organization is to promote the National Historic Site
and to promote the history of our area.Come and visit the buffalo herd on site
or the remains of the fur trade posts or the fur press .The museum on site has exciting displays
and a great archive. Visitors come from all over the world.
This includes the history of the early fur trading days ,
the impact of the
Aboriginal groups,
and of course David Thompson.Come and experience the relationship to our
great rivers and
the contributions made by the men and women of the Hudson Bay Company
and the Northwest Company. We accomplish these goals through educational
programs, printed materials, certain gift items and by lending our financial
and people resources to assist the NHS to fulfill its' Federal mandate.
We have been proud of our ability to establish partnerships within the community that
help us achieve our goals.
The Friends Get The Job Done!
Several years ago we collected 5,000 signatures in the form
of a petition, for the construction of a historic fort that was forwarded
to the government. The project was not successful at that time but
paved the way for the Playfort that was
constructed in 1999.
We purchased an archeological tray for student use
and we have supplied period
costumes that are used on many different occasions.We purchased the York boat
that is currently displayed on site.
And recently we have financially supported the construction
of our
spectacular play fort for children
We constantly appraise and update things that are needed to
promote and assist the Historic Site.
*We offer a bike rental program to assist tourists
along the post sites.
*Design and plant the Heritage Gardens
*Design and produce items for marketing the site
such as an award winning Trade Bead Kit,
an historic brochure, and souvenir mugs.
*We employ summer
students on a yearly basis
*We administer the popular gift shop located on site.
*The Friends have purchased sound systems for use at the National
Historic Site
Recently The Friends accessed a grant from
Canada Parks Partnership- kids @ parks program that enabled us
to produce the very exciting DAVID THOMPSON PUPPET
THEATRE shown regularly from May -September.
We assist with a number of special events at the Historic Site including Canada Day and
David Thompson Days.
The Friends have promoted dramatic presentations to great success such as
Jeff Shea.
We are a volunteer group who rely on children, parents, and
senior citizens to help us at the Historic Site. It is not only worthwhile
but educational. If you
are interested in helping in any way or have some questions please contact us
even if you are a visitor. We could use you for a day or a month.You might even
want to stay!
How To Contact THE FRIENDS
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information or price lists please contact
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