Cultural & Historical Site

Fort Steele Heritage Town

Fernie, British Columbia

Over 60 heritage buildingsCostumed historical interpretersNarrow-gauge steam railwayAuthentic 1890s boomtown atmosphereBlacksmith and pioneer craft demosStunning mountain backdrop

About Fort Steele Heritage Town

Fort Steele Heritage Town preserves over 60 restored and reconstructed buildings from the 1890s gold rush era. Costumed staff bring the past to life through demonstrations, performances, and interactive exhibits. Visitors from around the world enjoy exploring blacksmith shops, a bakery, and a steam railway for an immersive historical experience.

Things to Do

Guided heritage tours

Guided heritage tours

Steam train rides

Steam train rides

Living history demonstrations

Living history demonstrations

Photography

Photography

Museum exploration

Museum exploration

Horse-drawn wagon rides

Horse-drawn wagon rides

Theatre performances

Theatre performances

Children's interactive activities

Children's interactive activities