Pioneer World

When you arrive at Pioneer Acres, the first building you will see is Pioneer World. The main gallery of this 6,000 square foot building was completely redesigned in 2025 to give you a glimpse into the lives of our early settlers. You can get a taste of everything in our museum, just to whet your appetite.

The back wall is a mural that transports you to the inside a barn in the 1920's. There are workers milking cows, horses in stalls, kids playing in the hayloft, and a farmer bringing in his horses after a hard day's work in the field. The other artifacts in the room extend the mural out onto the floor to make you feel like you're part of the scene.

The various exhibits will give you an overview of farm life from the horse and buggy days to the introduction of small engines and tractors. We have cabinets full of such items as toys, china, radios, cameras, small clothing, typewriters, and many others.

Elsewhere in the building, there are half-dozen dioramas that take you off the farm and into town. The dioramas include uniforms and artifacts from local RCMP officers, a reading room like you might find in a library, and a very well-stocked general store. The dioramas are changed regularly so you might see something different each time you visit.

In addition to artifacts, this building is where our admissions desk, main washrooms, and gift shop are located. Browse through the gift shop to find that perfect souvenir to remember your visit to Pioneer Acres.