Launched in 2013, the Edmonton City as Museum Project (ECAMP) is an initiative of the Edmonton Heritage Council exploring the history of our city through story.
Featured Story
Alberta’s Government, the Mainframe Computer, and Women’s Work
In the 1960s, Bill Rogers convinced the Alberta government to invest both computers and the training needed for their workers to program these machines, launching a data revolution. Women dominated these data entry roles under strict, often discriminatory conditions. Despite long hours and limited advancement, they powered early digital governance, pioneering computer use in western Canada and forging lasting professional bonds.
Explore the stories that connect us, the stories that divide us, and the stories that nurture an appreciation of our differences as Edmontonians.
Curator’s Blog
Translation Is a Living Bridge to Alberta’s History
Language is often considered as a window to the past and to another culture, so translation gives new light to understanding how the actions of the past shaped a society.
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Browse our curated collections
ECAMP Stories explore the People, Places, Things, & Moments significant to our city from the perspectives of Edmontonians.
Delve into these curated story collections to discover more about the history of this place.
Explore our exhibitions
Explore our three exhibits including Edmonton Living Rooms, Armistice, and Black Presence in Alberta. These exhibitions highlight significant people, places, things, and moments in our city’s history from unique perspectives.
Discover more about Edmonton through these rich, immersive exhibits.
Listen to the ECAMP Podcast
Episodes of our past seasons are archived online. Stay tuned for our new season wherever you get your podcasts by subscribing!
Check out our upcoming in-person and online events
that bring our vibrant history and culture to life!
Step into Edmonton Stories all summer long! Join the Edmonton City as Museum for two immersive walking experiences this summer! Our Curiosity Tours bring Edmonton’s past to life.
Tours available June 18 – August 16, 2025.