The Confluence Historical Site and Parkland

Connect with the fascinating history that has been unfolding on this land since time immemorial. The confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers has been a place of significance to Indigenous Peoples long before 1875, when the North-West Mounted Police established Fort Calgary and prepared the way for a new settler-colonial community. New permanent exhibits about the land and the Blackfoot people who first made this place their home will open by summer 2025. Existing exhibits about early Calgary, new temporary exhibits exploring diverse perspectives and experiences, plus engaging tours, workshops and events make The Confluence a do-not-miss destination. Visit the site for interesting public art and a free audio tour of the parkland narrated by Treaty 7 Elders, see what’s growing in The Confluence Garden, then take the Riverwalk to explore the abundant nature, shopping, sights and restaurants that are a short walk, bike or scooter away.