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Welcome to Drumheller

Located in the “Badlands” of Central Alberta, Drumheller is home to the world-famous Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology, one of the largest palaeontological museums in the world.

Located 138 km northeast of the City of Calgary (1.5 hour drive), and 279 km southeast of the City of Edmonton [3 hour drive]; the area's moderate climate, excellent education and recreational facilities, easy access to major city amenities, lower cost of living and relaxed atmosphere make for an excellent quality of life for the Town's residents.

Agriculture, tourism, and oil & gas production and manufacturing make up the main economic base of the area. (The gross value of farm produce sold in the Drumheller area in 1991 was more than $400 million.) Drumheller has a trading area population of approximately 30,000, and a population of approximately 1,000,000 within a 75-mile radius. Serviced municipal industrial parks with ample space are available in Drumheller. As well, numerous privately owned lots and buildings are available at very reasonable prices.

A full range of federal, provincial and municipal services are available in Drumheller. There are also more than 40 non-governmental associations, service clubs and support groups, and more than 30 sports, recreation and social clubs. A complete directory of Community Services is available from the Town of Drumheller's Community Services Department. The economic base of Drumheller consists of natural resources [oil, gas, coal], agriculture, tourism, service industry, hospital and the federal penitentiary. Drumheller also has a very significant manufacturing base producing wood trusses and plastic goods. Whether you’re new to the Valley or have lived here for many years, this section of the website will provide you with important information on programs and services.

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