The Reverend Forbes Homestead and Pioneer Hospital opens for the 2024 summer season on June 12th.
The Forbes Homestead was built between 1911 and 1912, making it the oldest home and the first hospital in Grande Prairie, and Mayor Jackie Clayton describes the facility as one of Grande Prairie’s “historic gems.”
To celebrate, the city is offering free guided tours of Grande Prairie’s oldest home from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday throughout the summer until August 31st.
“We’re excited to welcome the community back for another summer filled with grander tours, teas, and timeless memories and encourage residents to check out this immersive experience to see how the first settlers lived,” Clayton says.
Festivities are scheduled throughout the summer, including the return of the beloved afternoon tea event, set to return in July and August.
