About The Heritage Village

For decades, Fort McMurray was a transportation hub. In the spring, rail cars would arrive to unload their wares, which were then transferred to ships that traveled up the Athabasca River, distributing goods to remote communities as far north as the Arctic. Heritage Shipyard celebrates and preserves this essential part of our past with historical vessels, two train cars, a collection of artifacts and the Jack “Torchy” Peden Centre and Gift Shop.

Weddings

Heritage Village offers two churches where couples can begin their new life together.

Choose from the simplistic elegance of St. Aidan’s Church or the rustic charm of the Catholic Mission. We also offer space for an outdoor gathering and tented reception. The distinct buildings and landscaped lawns provide a captivating venue for photographs.

For those wishing to a waterfront ceremony, Heritage Shipyard provides a stunning backdrop.

 

Corporate Events

Our Bob Duncan Conference Room, in our Main Building at Heritage Village, is available for rent.

The conference room lends a rustic atmosphere to professional meetings and gatherings. The space extends to a beautiful covered deck. Seating is available for up to 40 people. Audio-visual equipment, supplies such as flip charts and Wi-Fi is available.

Photography

Heritage Village and Heritage Shipyard offer stunning locations for photography. Heritage Village has 16 buildings and a beautifully landscaped site that provides a range of captivating backdrops. Heritage Shipyard, located by the river, with vessels and century-old trains offers a distinctive location for photography.

Whether you’re looking for a venue for family portraits, wedding photographs or other special celebrations, our two destinations provide the space and the setting for images that will be part of life-long memories.

For more information about bookings at either of our venues, please contact us at 780-791-7575.