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Downtown Historical Walking Tour

  • Galt Museum & Archives 502 1 Street South Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1Y4 Canada (map)

The Lethbridge Post building.
Image courtesy Galt Museum & Archives | Akaisamitohkanao'pa

Watch Lethbridge grow from a couple of tents to a thriving city. Join us as we wander through downtown Lethbridge and learn about how our city came to be what it is today.

Water bottles and good walking shoes are recommended. No washrooms are accessible on the tour. Be prepared to walk about 1 km at a slow pace. Meet at Galt Museum & Archives. Tickets are required in advance and must be purchased at least 3 hours before the program start time.

6–7:15 pm | adults and seniors | registration required | $10 per ticket

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