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Skies over Strathcona County: 100 Years of Flight
July 11th - September 26th, 2026
Explore 100 years of aviation history in Strathcona County through photographs, archival documents, artifacts, and stories connected to Cooking Lake Airport and the people who shaped its remarkable legacy.
About the Exhibit
For generations, Cooking Lake Airport has been part of Alberta’s aviation story. From early flight and pilot training to recreation, community events, and the people who built their lives around aviation, the airport has remained an important part of the region.
Skies Over Strathcona County: 100 Years of Flight brings that history to life through photographs, archival documents, artifacts, and personal stories. Discover the aviators, aircraft, milestones, and everyday experiences that helped shape a century of flight in Strathcona County.
Whether you are passionate about aviation, curious about local history, or simply looking for something new to explore, this exhibition offers a fascinating look at a remarkable part of our community’s past.
Programs & Events
More ways to explore the story of flight are coming soon.
Special programs and events connected to Skies Over Strathcona County: 100 Years of Flight will be announced throughout the exhibition. Check back soon for details.
Exhibit Details
Exhibit Dates
July 11 – September 26, 2026
Location
Strathcona County Museum & Archives
913 Ash Street
Sherwood Park, Alberta
Community Curator
Kimberly Fraser
Author & Director, Cooking Lake Airport Board
Presented in Partnership with Alberta Aviation Museum
Presented in Partnership With
Skies Over Strathcona County: 100 Years of Flight was developed in collaboration with community curator Kimberly Fraser and is proudly presented in partnership with the Cooking Lake Airport and the Alberta Aviation Museum. Their expertise, support, and commitment to preserving Alberta's aviation heritage helped make this exhibition possible.
