Harry M. Sanders: The 110 Year History of the Palliser Hotel

In all probability, everyone has encountered a version of Calgary that includes the Fairmont Palliser. For 110 years, the hotel has been central to city life and to the visitor experience.
Constructed for the railway age in 1914 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, this city landmark operates seamlessly in the digital age, bridging tradition and dynamism with timeless dignity.
We invite you to join us on Saturday January 18th in the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall on for a virtual guided tour through time with Harry M. Sanders, author of Fairmont Palliser: The Story of Calgary’s Most Iconic Hotel.

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To find more histocial photos of the Palliser Hotel visit the Williams & Harris Shared History Centre Postcards From the Past -just part of our digital Calgary Story collection.

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