First permanent exhibit to open at The Confluence in 20 years focuses on Blackfoot culture
Ki'pait'apiiyssinnooni (Our Way of Life) is now open at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland, formerly known as Fort Calgary. The new 900-square-foot exhibit features historic and contemporary displays of Blackfoot culture.
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