Bowstrings Banff
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On this day, 169 years ago, Alberta’s first Premier, Alexander Cameron Rutherford, was born (Feb 2, 1857)
Shown here is an official portrait of Rutherford, with Rutherford Cottage in Banff in the background — a place he used as a retreat, where he spent time resting and enjoying the Bow Valley with his family.
Today, we remember his contributions to Alberta, education, and Canadian history.
11/25/2025
Bowstrings Heritage Foundation is a charity seeking a retired lawyer, realtor,
accountant, planner, or similarly experienced professional, to promote
conservation easements in Banff National Park to protect heritage buildings.
If you’re keen to protect local history and willing to share your expertise,
we’d love to hear from you: [email protected]
🖼️ Rutherford Cottage
Watercolour by Banff artist Alex Emond of the recently restored cottage of Alberta’s first Premier, Alexander Cameron Rutherford.
09/25/2025
Every pass holds a memory—and we’d love to preserve it. 🌲✨
We’re collecting vintage park passes to celebrate the stories behind them.
If you have one to share, DM us to donate.
Charitable tax receipts available.
Thank you!
04/18/2025
Celebrating World Heritage Day - honoring the cultural treasures that connect us to the past and shape our future 🌎✨
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PO Box 2952
Banff, AB
T1L1C6
