The Fidler Map is the first recorded map of the Blackfoot traditional territory. The map details insights from a Blackfoot Chief named Ackomokki — but was named after the European man who transcribed his drawings, Peter Fidler.
Read more about "The Fidler Map"Many of Alberta’s Indigenous languages are in danger of extinction, a phenomenon that is echoed around the world. Explore the history of some of our local languages, learn about...
Read more about "Local Indigenous Languages Under Threat"Calgary writer Dale Lee Kwong presents a retrospective look at her work, and how it is shaped by Chinese-Canadian history and her experiences as a queer, woman of colour, adopted...
Read more about "Sweet and Sour Inspirations"Lithic artifacts have long been employed as key components in reconstructions of Tuniit culture history in the Eastern Canadian Arctic. Kyle Forsythe discusses how engagement with...
Read more about "Archaeological Society of Alberta: How Materials Come to Matter: Exploring Lithic Value within the Tuniit (Paleo-Inuit) Occupation of Amittuq, Nunavut"Research your genealogy and construct your family tree using census and voter lists, vital records, church histories, school records, immigration records, military records, and more.
Read more about "Discover your family’s story."Explore souvenir picture postcards from the early 20th Century showing views of Southern Alberta, mountains, frontier towns, and Calgary's urban landscape in the The View from Here collection, and highlighting local industries in the Southern Alberta at Work collection. Track the history of Alberta's changing landscape in the Calgary Story's maps collection.Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: BiblioBoard tutorial
Read more about "Experience local content"Library Donors Invest in Local History and Invite Calgarians to Do the Same MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 24, 2018Calgary, AB—Local history supporters and cultural philanthropists Walt and Irene DeBoni announced a $1 million gift to Calgary Public Library in support of the Library’s local history collection today."Walt and Irene are passionate advocates of Calgary’s history, and have supported the Library’s local history collection for a number of years," said Christine Gingerick, Donor Relations Manager at the Calgary Public Library Foundation. "As we enter Historic Calgary Week, we are delighted to share that the Library has chosen to honour the DeBoni’s with the naming of Calgary’s Story at the new Central Library."Calgary’s Story, presented by Walt and Irene DeBoni, brings Calgary’s and Southern Alberta’s history and heritage to life. Through collections, programs and a digital kiosk, visitors will be able to dive into some of the many stories from Calgary’s past, explore their family history and see photographs of what Calgary looked like at the turn of the century. The feature area will be located on the fourth level of the new Central Library, which Calgarians can explore when the new Central Library opens on November 1, 2018."The Library is a community resource accessible to all, and as history-lovers, it means so much to us to share our story within its newest location," says Walt DeBoni. "We want to invite Calgarians to share their stories by leaving their mark on the new Central Library as a part of the Windows of Opportunity Campaign."Calgarians can choose from three distinct levels of supporting the Library through the Windows of Opportunity Campaign; $100, $2,018 and $5,000. Each level offers different benefits, and all three include adding an inscription to a new Central Library window frame. All donations will support life-changing programs and services at libraries across Calgary. For more information, visit mylibrarywindow.ca.Walt and Irene DeBoni are Founding Partners of Add In — the Campaign for Calgary’s Library, a bold, audacious vision to take a great library system and transform it into the best in the world. The Calgary Public Library Foundation has surpassed $326 million of its $350 million goal for Add In.Calgary Public Library FoundationAdd In — the Campaign for Calgary’s Library, is the largest public campaign for a public library in Canadian history. The $350 million campaign will enhance and support a system of community libraries across Calgary and is inspired by the new Central Library, which will open its doors to the world in 2018. To learn more about Add In and the Calgary Public Library’s vision to create the best public library in the world for Calgarians, visit addin.ca.Calgary Public LibraryCalgary Public Library, with 630,000+ members and 20 locations, has been inspiring the life stories of Calgarians for more than 100 years. It is currently the second largest library system in Canada and the sixth largest municipal library system in North America, with Calgarians borrowing more than 14.6 million physical and digital items and with 6.8 million in-person visits last year. The awe-inspiring 240,000 sq. ft. Central Library — the newest gathering place for our city — opens in November 2018.–30 –Media Contacts:Rachael TernerManager of CommunicationsCalgary Public Library FoundationC: 403.680.0626rachael@addin.caMary KapustaDirector, CommunicationsCalgary Public LibraryP: 403.774.7256mary.kapusta@calgarylibrary.ca
Read more about "Stories"Tune into talks with local authors, engage with experts on important issues, and explored local history or cultures around the world.
Read more about "Rewatch our most popular programs on-demand."The Côr Cymry Gogledd Welsh Choir perform while highlighting the history of local Welsh pioneers.
Read more about "Celebrating Wales in Calgary"Celebrate Women's History Month by reading one of the most powerful archetypes women can be: witches.
Read more about "The Witches They Could Not Burn"Browse over 30,000 images, maps, games, audio, and video about Canadian history and cultures.
Read more about "Canadian Encyclopedia"The Millar Family Learning and Discovery Room includes everything small groups might need to explore and learn. Donor Terry Millar recognized that his sense of discovery, connection to nature, and love of history came from his ancestors, and this room is named to celebrate the Millar family legacy.
Read more about "Free, bookable meeting spaces are flexible for your group’s needs."Read the latest news articles published in the New York Times online newspaper, or research history, technology, and politics in the archives. Find articles and editorials from 1851 to 1922, and 1981 to present.Note: Full access to the Games section is not available with this version.
Read more about "The latest news from the New York Times newspaper"We've got events and programs for every age and interest taking place all year round. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, or find time to gather and discuss the latest books. It's all happening at the Library location nearest you.
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