Spring is officially here, and this past weekend HHS was out and about to welcome the community with the first of several exciting events planned for the spring and summer seasons. On Saturday, April 23, HHS held a pop-up outside the Gibbard Block. Board members chatted with passersby about the society’s work, and showcased our…
Tag: Gibbard Block
VIP Wagon Tour of Historic Highlands

The Highlands Historical Society presents “VIP Wagon Tour” on Saturday, September 14, 2019 featuring Fox Burger and Be-a-Bella: The Highlands Historical Society welcomes you aboard a unique experience in the Highlands on Saturday, September 14, 2019 with 2 unique packages to choose from! For the first time ever, we are offering VIP experiences with a…
When Opportunity Knocks: The Gibbard Block Sees Old Doors and Radiators to New Homes

The Highlands Historical Society was very fortunate to have been invited by Sparrow Capital (currently restoring the Gibbard Block) to send off old doors and old radiators for a new life. The “doors and rads” from the Gibbard Block were offered by Sparrow Capital to anyone with a use in mind for these ornate and…
Here’s the latest with CBC local on the Gibbard Block

Watch the July 7, 2019 segment on CBC Edmonton for the latest on the Gibbard Block at 6 minutes and 44 seconds – https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1563944003726 and Read the article here: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/gibbard-block-renovations-highlands-edmonton-1.5200155
When Opportunity Knocks: The Gibbard Block Sees Old Doors and Radiators to New Homes

The Highlands Historical Society was very fortunate to have been invited by Sparrow Capital (currently restoring the Gibbard Block) to send off old doors and radiators for a new life. The doors and radiators from the historic Gibbard Block were offered by Sparrow Capital to anyone with a use in mind for these ornate and…