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
Happyland
One hot summer Sunday in 1910, Edmontonians lined up for ice cream in a tiny downtown park called Happyland. A scandal ensued. Our latest ECAMP story is a comic tale about those wicked delights, and why Edmonton police and City Council threatened to “out-Toronto Toronto.” This addition to our labour history series was written by Elizabeth Cytko and illustrated by Toryn Suddaby.
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
Meet the interpreters
This summer, the Edmonton City as Museum Project is offering two immersive walking experiences. These Curiosity Tours will be available June 18 – August 16, 2025 (tickets and info here). Meet the interpreters who’ll be leading your tours!
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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.