Did you know that Elk Island National Park used to have a bison abattoir? Have you ever heard of the national parks in Alberta that were dissolved? Join us for a live podcast on September 21 recording exploring the wild history of making national parks in our area, and what it can teach us about the current plans to build a new urban national park in Edmonton’s river valley.

The evening will be hosted by Chris Chang-Yen Phillips, with special guests including Lauren Markewicz – a public historian, member of the IUCN Bison Specialist Group, and author of Like Distant Thunder: Canada’s Bison Conservation Story.

Let’s Find Out is an award-winning local history podcast, published by Taproot Edmonton. We take questions from curious Edmontonians about local history, and find out the answers together.

This event caps our season exploring the history of parks and natural areas in Edmonton.

When: Thursday, September 21, 2023
Doors open at 7 PM, event begins at 7:30 PM. 
Where: Alfred H. Savage Centre (13909 Fox Drive, Edmonton AB)

Tickets are $17 in advance, $20 at the door, or free for Taproot Members with a discount code (check your Taproot newsletter!)
Buy now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lets-find-out-how-to-make-a-national-park-tickets-706945792897

This venue has barrier-free access.