Nanton | Alberta - 1000 Towns of Canada
Top 8 Places to Visit in Nanton | Alberta
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Region:
Southern Alberta
Known For:
Antique shops | Bomber Command Museum of Canada | Aviation history | Historic Main Street | Chain of Lakes views | Small-town charm
Best For:
Antique Hunting | Road Trip Stops | Aviation History | Scenic Drives
Bomber Command Museum of Canada
History
- 1659 - 21st Ave, AB Hwy 2 South, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- https://www.bombercommandmuseum.ca/
Virtual reality, Flight Simulators, and history all in one place. Nanton’s Bomber Command Museum allows you to take a look at the Royal Canadian Air Force history, with warplanes like the Supermarine Spitfire. The museum makes learning fun for all ages and all walks of life.
Canadian Grain Elevator Discovery Centre
History
- 2119 19 Ave, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- https://www.nantongrainelevators.com/
There is nothing that says prairie province more than the amazing sight of historic grain elevators. With deep connections to the Canadian Pacific Railway and the story of how one small town rallied together to save this historic landmark, it makes this site a must-stop location for all travellers.
Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage
History
- Willow Creek No. 26, AB T0L 1R0
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- http://www.couttscentre.ca/
The 100-year-old property is filled with beautiful gardens, the original homestead, and scenery sure to bring the photographer out of everyone.
Nanton Nite Rodeo Series
Kids & Family | Selfie Spot
- Nanton rodeo grounds, AB-533, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- http://www.nantonniterodeo.ca/
There is nothing better than a night at the rodeo! Nanton Nite Rodeo works hard to preserve the western heritage in bull riding and horse back and runs shows to show you what the sport is all about.
Nanton Round-Up Days
Food | Kids & Family | Shop
- Downtown, Nanton AB
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- https://www.facebook.com/nantonroundupdays/
Nanton’s weeklong celebration, from duck races to live performances and baseball tournaments Nanton shows you what living in a small town is all about. Nanton Round-Up Days is a long weekend. This long-standing tradition is the perfect way to spend Heritage Day weekend.
Museum of Miniatures
Kids & Family | Selfie Spot
- 2120 19 St, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- http://www.museumofminiatures.ca/
Explore the old west like never before, with collections of artifacts, traditional Native American carvings, and of course large collections of miniatures. Scenes from Native villages, western towns, African jungles, and even a circus prove that bigger is not always better.
Chain Lakes Provincial Park
Outdoor
- 2308 AB-22, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/south/chain-lakes-pp/
Views of the Livingstone mountain range and beautiful rainbow trout make this park a must stop for all nature lovers. Seemingly endless amounts of wildlife and bird viewing opportunities mean you might never want to go back to life in the big city.
MacEwan School House
History
- 1910 20 Ave, Nanton, AB T0L 1R0
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- https://1000towns.ca/k6si
What was once a one-room schoolhouse in 1906 is now a popular destination for all those travelling Alberta. Repurposed as Nanton’s Visitor information center it is the place to stop for a glimpse into the history of the past and for your events of the future.