Fort Whoop-Up
Fort Whoop-Up programs are only available from the second week of May to the last week of June.
Overview
Learn about the traders, Indigenous people, Metis and NWMP who worked and lived at Fort Whoop-Up after it was constructed in 1869.
Length: 90 minutes Cost: $65
Curriculum Connections
This program can be adapted to address many outcomes in all grade levels. Some of the areas of connection in the Social Studies curriculum include:
K.1.4 Exploring how we demonstrate respect for ourselves and others by exploring and reflecting on the origins of people in our school and community and showing interest in the diversity of our school and community
1.2.1 Appreciating how stories and events of the past connect us to the present and recognizing how Aboriginal communities are integral to Canada’s character
2.2.2 Appreciating how Aboriginal people have influenced the development of our community
2.6.2 What were the reasons for the establishment of their community (e.g., original fur trade fort, original inhabitants)?
4.2.1 Demonstrate respect for places and objects of historical significance
4.2.2 Which First Nations originally inhabited the different areas of the province?
5.2.4 Examine, critically, ways of life of the fur traders
7.1.4 Assess, critically, the economic competition related to the control of the North American fur trade
New to Fort Whoop-Up this Year!
Lii Buflo: A Métis Way of Life
Developed by Elk Island National Park and the Arts and Heritage Foundation
of St. Albert and circulated in a proud partnership with Parks Canada.
Family photo visiting the exhibit at Jasper National Park.
Image courtesy of Parks Canada
This is a travelling panel exhibit that showcases the historic ties and spiritual bond between the Métis people and the buffalo, as well as the bison conservation efforts of Elk Island National Park. Each of the ten visiting interpretive panels stands six feet tall and features the graphic design of Métis artist Jesse Gouchey. The temporary displays were created to travel to different historic sites across the country each summer.
The exhibit debuted at St. Albert’s Historic River Lots in the summer of 2022. The exhibit offers opportunities for viewers to learn about the history of the Métis and the bison through storytelling from the Métis community and Gouchey’s artwork. Check out the Online Exhibition.