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ECAMP Curiosity Tour – Children of the Flats

July 5, 2026 to July 12, 2026

Part of: Historic Festival and Doors Open Edmonton

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Organized by: Edmonton and District Historical Society

From Forts to floods, learn how the Rossdale neighbourhood changed through the lives of two kids who grew up there: Donny and Dolly Ross. You’ll taste Scottish oat crackers, learn about the Ortona Armouries and Rossdale Brewery, and see how the 1915 flood reshaped Edmonton.

–  Distance: 2.5 – 3 kilometres
–  Starts and ends at ArtsHub Ortona (9722 – 102 St NW)
–  Accessibility: Sidewalks with street crossings, mostly level terrain
–  Seating not available at most stops
–  Free parking available at ArtsHub Ortona
–  $10 for 1-hour tours
–  Kids 12 and under free!

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