“[…] Up until the Second World War this area between 55 Street and 60 Street and 112 Avenue to 118 Avenue remained farmland. Clyde Smith, an auctioneer, was the first resident of [Buttercup Farm House] and lived there from 1919 to 1942. His home was named after Buttercup the cow, a resident of the barn…
As we hunker down and stay close to home in our warm and cozy abode, let us feature this warm log cabin home in the Highlands area. It is a pleasure to formally introduce you to this very unique “Highlands-area residence” custom built in 1934 – Alfred and Marguerite Field House. Our feature article, “Built…
On November 20, 2019, the Prince of Wales Armouries opened their doors to launch a new exhibit on Edmonton’s architectural heritage through the medium of sketching. Marlena Wyman, Edmonton’s departing Historian Laureate, and members of Urban Sketchers Edmonton showcase the historically unique and significant locations in our city. Working with the Edmonton Historical Board and…
Dylan Reade, Edmonton’s own IMAX filmmaker, has filmed it all – and will be tonight’s speaker to tell the story of the Long Lake Métis Settlement of the 1860’s and 1870’s! Tonight’s Speaker Series starts at 7 pm in the program room of the Highland’s Library. Arrive early to save your seats! This Speaker Series,…
Who was James Bond Steele? And why are we publishing his diaries? James came to the Northwest Territories in 1885, following his older brothers Richard, Godfrey, and the infamous Sam Steele. Sam was the leader of Steele’s Scouts during the Northwest Rebellion, and James wanted to join up. That was not to be his destiny,…
