keeping alberta’s story alive - heritage park · the future glimpse into the world of tomorrow...

KEEPING ALBERTA’S S T O R Y A L I V E

Alida A. Visbach, President and Chief Executive OfficerHeritage Park Historical Village 1900 Heritage Drive SW Calgary, AB T2V 2X3Direct Line: 403.268.8627 [email protected] www.HeritagePark.ca

Charitable No. 11895 6457 RR0001

NATURAL RESOURCE AREA RESTORATIONA N D I N T E R P R E T I V E C E N T R E

HERITAGE PARK HISTORICAL VILLAGE • NATURAL RESOURCE AREA RESTORATION 1

HERITAGE PARK OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................2 Fiscal Responsibility

CELEBRATING PROGRESS ...............................................................................................................3

SHARING OUR ALBERTA ENERGY STORY .........................................................................................4

Restoration – Phase 1 ..........................................................................................................................5

New Infrastructure – Phase 2 ...............................................................................................................6 EXISTING SITE SURVEY ...................................................................................................................7

COMMUNITY IMPACT .......................................................................................................................8

PROJECT SCOPE & DEVELOPMENT PHASES .....................................................................................9

NOW IS THE TIME ........................................................................................................................10

TA B LE O F C O NTENTS


Heritage Park is the largest and most successful living history museum in Canada with an impressive record of continuous growth and sustainability spanning 54 years of exceptional stewardship and financial acuity. With a mission of connecting people with the settlement of Western Canada, the next step in our progress will tell the important story of the history of our natural resources, their impact on present day and a glimpse into what the future may hold.

H ERITA G E PA RK OVERVI EW

PARK OPENED

JULY, 1964

VIS ITORS ANNUALLY

Approximately 62O,OOO

HISTORIC BUILDINGS & EXHIB ITS

24O

PARK S IZE

127 ACRES

EDUCATION ATTENDANCE

Over 65,OOO

VOLUNTEER HOURS COMMITTED

68,OOO

HISTORIC ARTIFACTS

55,OOO

H E R I TA G E P A R K STAT I ST I C S

This campaign will raise $10,000,000 through three levels of government, the corporate sector, foundations and generous individuals. The goal is to establish a series of immersive exhibits and a year-round interpretive centre that demonstrates the three stages of natural resource development of the past, present and future.

MISSION STATEMENT: CONNECTING PEOPLE WITH THE SETTLEMENT OF WESTERN CANADA AND PRESERVING OUR CULTURE AND HERITAGE.

VISION: TO BE RECOGNIZED AS CANADA’S LEADING LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITYHeritage Park is a front runner in the museum sector in Canada. Our approach is one of social enterprise, combining successful revenue streams to meet our mandate and the operational needs of the institution, while providing a world class experience to our myriad stakeholders.

Growth over the last 10 years has seen an increase in visitation (40%), full-time staffing (49%) and participation in our immersive education programs (130%).

We continue to outperform museums across the country in growth, innovation and sustainability. Our success lies in our reputation to exceed expectations. We are proud of our record and ask you to join us in our continued growth and success.


Heritage Park celebrates progress. The progress of the men and women who created change, set history on a different path, empowered the advancement of not only Western Canada, but of our nation.

We celebrate mechanical achievements, like our great railroads and our iconic energy sector. Heritage Park not only celebrates progress; Heritage Park is here to bring it to life for all to experience firsthand. Visitors don’t just see the Old West, but feel it!

And when they feel it, they will appreciate the true grit and passion it took from our ancestors to make a promising life here.

But we are not yet telling the full story. What we are missing right now may be the most important story in Alberta—the birth of our energy industry.

The pioneers, the places and the pure power, drove forward an industry that has shaped Alberta and the Canadian economy, more than any other. This is a story that will describe our progress, from the discovery of our rich resources to our current experience in developing these assets. This story will also showcase what the future will hold to continue making Canada one of the most desirable countries in which to live and work.

Archibald Dingman Fred MannixEric Harvie

Ted LinkBob Blair Robert “Bobby” Brown Carl Nickle

CELEBRATING PROGRESS


SHARING OUR ALBERTA ENERGY STORY

From the early beginnings when Indigenous peoples roamed this vast territory, relying on nature’s bounty, to the ingenuity and drive of the pioneers of Western Canada’s energy industry as gas, oil and minerals were first discovered and used to advance our lifestyle and fund a growing nation, the people who chose this part of world to make their home were fearless mavericks and visionaries.

THE PAST

Through the restoration of the # 1 Dingman well and oil storage tank, coal mine and tunnel, miner’s cabin and water wheel, Park Warden’s Cabin, and nature trail, we will create an immersive, hands-on experience in the life of a pioneer in oil, gas and mining exploration. Step back to 1914 when oil was struck in Turner Valley. Travel into the depths of the earth and mine for coal. Experience the thrill of panning for gold and hike the Indigenous nature trail. Pioneers in the energy industry took risks and felt the exhilaration of these discoveries, paving the way for the nextgeneration of innovators and entrep-reneurs who continued to seek out anddevelop new, cleaner, more efficient ways of extracting the earth’s resources for the growth of a nation.

THE PRESENTAlberta has the most diverse hydro-carbon and renewable energy base onearth, and has risen to be one of the top five hydrocarbon producers in the world. We will build a new 4,500 square foot, ultra-efficient Interpretive Centre that will tell the tale of how we harnessed our pioneering spirit and innovative character and accomplished this feat despite operating in a harsh and remote environment. Alberta employs a stringent carbon tax regime with an eye to being a leader in environmental responsibility and stewardship. Through the use of technology and innovation, we have reduced our carbon footprint for hydrocarbon sources.

The Interpretive Centre will employ new technologies that corral the power of solar, wind, geothermal, and hydro. These renewable resources will be on display. Visitors will watch them function and learn how to apply the technology to everyday life. The Centre will be a testament to the benefit of green technology for our nation and the world.

THE FUTURE Glimpse into the world of tomorrow where autonomous electric cars carry people to their destinations. See how future clean-energy technologies will provide real-world solutions — not only to reduce carbon pollution that causes climate change, but also to drive a domestic energy economy with technologies that are increasingly cost-competitive with existing conventional technologies, even without accounting for climate benefits.

Through the use of virtual and augmented reality, this project will provide insight into the world of the future. Visitors and students will don a VR helmet, goggles, and gloves and experience future advancements in the energy industry and how those advancements will impact lives. This technology will be transferable to distance learning opportunities that will reach across the country and educate Canadians from coast to coast. The goal is to underscore how critical the industry is to Canada and to highlight, how cutting-edge technologies being developed right here in Alberta to bring the energy industry and environmental protection together.

Presenting the diversity of energy in all forms and how to manage it to create a sustainable, low-carbon future, will inspire our visitors and help them understand how their actions and decisions today will play an important role in our energy system tomorrow.


Phase 1 will restore the Natural Resource Area, an original section of the Park, on one of the most beautiful areas along the Glenmore Reservoir.

This area features a replica of the Dingman No. 1 Discovery Well, the Narrow Gauge Railway, the Oil Storage Tank, the Coal Tunnel and Mine, an original Miner’s Cabin and water wheel, Park Warden’s Cabin, and the Indigenous Nature Trail.

The goal of Phase 1 is to create an immersive, hands-on experience in the life of a pioneer in oil, gas and mining exploration. This revitalization will allow visitors to step back to 1914 when oil was struck in Turner Valley, travel into the depths of the earth as you mine for coal, experience the thrill of panning for gold and hike the Indigenous Nature Trail.

RESTORATION — PHASE 1


COAL MINEAND TUNNEL

NARROW GAUGE RAILWAY

The creation of a new Interpretive Centre where over 65,000 students and approximately 620,000 visitors annually will be able to learn, experience and interact with Western Canada’s Natural Resources.

This Centre will develop interactive and engaging school and public programming, allowing students and visitors to explore the significance of our achievements. Distance learning modules will be developed to ensure students throughout Canada will have the opportunity to discover and experience these amazing educational resources. Special tours will be developed to provide an immersive and exciting experience for our global audience.

The goal of Phase 2 is to demonstrate new technologies and renewable resources that are being integrated into today’s world while offering a glimpse into the world of tomorrow. The year-round, ultra-energy-efficient Interpretive Centre will incorporate various green

technologies such as solar, wind, geothermal and grey water systems designed so that they will be visible to the visitors and demonstrate the conversion of these resources into useable, sustainable power. This 4,500 square foot, state-of-the-art centre will showcase in vivid action, how far energy advancements in renewables have progressed from the traditional harnessing of nonrenewable energy, into a marriage of both types of resources that reduce carbon and increase efficiency.

Through the use of virtual reality, this project will provide insight into the future. This advanced technology will allow visitors to don a VR helmet, goggles and gloves and experience the future of our energy industry and how the advancements of the future will impact everyday lives. This technology will also be transferable to provide distance learning that will reach across the nation and educate Canadians from coast to coast on the cutting edge technologies being developed in Alberta and through international partnerships.

OIL STORAGETANK

AUTOMOTIVE SHED

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PROPOSED SITE PLAN 18,300 M2 (4.52 ACRES)

LIVINGSTON NATURE TRAIL

PARK WARDEN’SCABIN

DINGMAN WELL

WATER WHEEL & FLUME

MINER’S CABIN

PATH LEGEND

Indigenous Nature Trail

KEY PLAN

NEW INFRASTRUCTURE — PHASE 2

INTERPRETIVE

CENTRE

HERITAGE PARK NATURAL RESOURCESINTERPRETIVE CENTRE


EXISTING SITE SURVEY

THE SETTLEMENT

LAGGAN STATION

VILLAGE CENTRE

ANTIQUE MIDWAY

HERITAGE SQUARE

NATURAL RESOURCE AREA18,300 M2 (4.52 ACRES)

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COMMUNITY IMPACT

• To provide current and future generations with a balanced perspective on Alberta’s energy sector.

• To contribute to the growing demand for a sustainable economy while protecting our environment.

• To educate and enlighten visitors from around the world on the roots of our nation’s culture and economy. From the Indigenous peoples who roamed this vast territory, relying on nature’s bounty, to the ingenuity and drive of the pioneers of Western Canada’s energy industry as gas, oil, and minerals were first discovered and used to advance our lifestyle and fund a growing nation.

• To position energy extraction, distribution and upstream operations as a viable and fulfilling career choice.

• To demonstrate cutting-edge technology in an interactive and immersive way to deliver on the learning objectives and goals.

• To create meaningful employment to further enhance the wellbeing of Calgarians, educate and foster a sense of pride in what previous generations of Canadians accomplished, and encourage them to share this pride and knowledge with future generations to create an appreciation and understanding of where Canadians have come from, and where we are going .

• To add to the tourism inventory in the province of Alberta.

OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS FOR ALBERTANS, CANADIANS AND THE GLOBAL AUDIENCE:

Concept Drawing - Interpretive Centre 17/10/30


TODAY

STARTOCTOBER 2016

MASTERPLAN + DESIGN

DEVELOPMENTOCTOBER 2016 -

MARCH, 2018

ASSESSMENT + SCHEMATIC DESIGNMARCH - JUNE 2018

ASSESSMENT

SCHEMATICDESIGN

PHASE 1

PHASE 2

CONSTRUCTIONJUNE 2018 - JUNE 2019

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION MARCH - MAY 2018

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

(SINGLE PHASE)JANUARY 2018 -

JUNE 2019

CONSTRUCTION + CONSTRUCTION CLOSEOUT

MARCH 2018 - JULY 2020

EXHIBIT/PROGRAM INSTALLATION

(EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE)AUGUST 2019 - JULY 2020

EXHIBIT/ PROGRAM INSTALLATION

(INTERPRETIVE CENTRE)AUGUST 2019 - JULY 2020

2017

2018-2019PHASE 1

20192020

PHASE 2

PROJECT SCOPE + DEVELOPMENT PHASESPROJECT GOAL $1O MILLION

The Natural Resource Area capital project will span a period of approximately three years. The proposed redevelopment involves a unique mix of new sustainable construction contrasted against the refurbishment, rehabilitation or reconstruction of existing buildings while exhibiting artifacts from the past. Wayfinding will prove an important aspect of the site as it will determine how visitors to Heritage Park will experience the overall story of Natural Resources in Alberta.

• Exhibit Stabilization• Existing Structure Refurbishment, Rehabilitation or Reconstruction• Site and Landscape Elements• New Construction

RESTORATION AND CONSTRUCTION TIMELINE


NOW IS THE TIME

This project is much more than the restoration of a few interesting exhibits. It is the story of ingenuity, resilience, and strength, both physical and of character. This is the story of Alberta.

At a time when the world seems to be veering off into truly perplexing directions, Albertans need to tell our fellow Canadians how we built this nation. How the pioneers in the fossil fuel industry took risks and created the wealth and health of our country as we know it.

This project will present the facts based on what was, where we are today, and where we will be tomorrow. How we will continue to innovate, take risks and support the enviable way of life that Canadians now take for granted.

I am honoured to partner with Heritage Park to make this project happen. Please join me to share Alberta’s Natural Resources story —

our past, present and future — with a global audience.

– Mr. Robert (Bob) Brawn

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There is no better way to educate than to immerse people in a real life experience. Heritage Park is a living classroom where over 65,000 school children and 620,000 visitors annually learn through hands-on activities. Whether it is during those early years when oil was first struck in Turner Valley to how we are using technology today to discover, extract and distribute, to what the future of our energy industry will look like for the next generation of Albertans and Canadians, this project will accomplish this. We will educate the next generation, arm them with science-based facts and a balance perspective, and give them the tools required to form their own opinions.

Please make your financial commitment to this important project so that together, we can tell Alberta’s Story to the world.

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