The origins of Fort Steele can be traced back to the small settlement of Galbraith’s Ferry born during the 1864 Kootenay Gold Rush.  Today, over 60 restored and reconstructed homes and buildings are waiting to take visitors back to yesteryear.

Living history street dramas, live professional musical comedies at the theatre, steam train rides and horse-drawn wagon rides are just part of the excitement of spending time at Fort Steele.  Guided and self-guided tours of the townsite are available. 

Other on-site attractions include the Kershaw General Store, Mrs. Sprague’s Confectionery, the City Bakery with its wood-fired brick oven, the International Hotel Restaurant and North West Mounted Police post.