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Cultural events
For a complete listing of arts and culture events in the Trail area, check out the Trail & District Arts Council Events Calendar. From live performances by some of Canada's top acts to colourful jazz sessions, culture is thriving in Trail!
Venues
| Trail Museum & Archives in the Trail Riverfront Centre |
 Situated in the Trail Riverfront Centre, the Trail Museum & Archives offers a glimpse into Trail's long history as a pioneer industrial town and sports haven. Did we mention it's free?
Phone: 250-364-0821 |
| Sports Hall of Memories |
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| Gyro Park Gazebo |
 Enjoy live music in the beautiful Gyro Park. From June through August, the Trail & District Arts Council and Kootenay Savings bring in a variety of talented musicians for your enjoyment. View their events schedule, grab your lawn chair and bring a toonie for donation.1090 Charles Lakes Drive View on map |
| The Bailey Theatre |
 The ultimate venue for live performances and music in the Kootenays, The Bailey promises large capacity and intimate ambience for culture seekers. Check out their events calendar before planning your stay.Phone: 250-368-9669 (Box Office) 1501 Cedar Avenue View on map |
| VISAC Gallery |
 Trail's VISAC gallery supports the work of emerging and established Kootenay artists actively rotates exhibitions, programming and workshops. It's the ideal place to explore your creative side. website Phone: 250-364-1181 1501 Cedar Avenue (lower floor) View on map |
| The Royal Theatre |
 Built in 1928, The Royal offers a modern movie-going experience in vintage style. Proudly serving real butter!
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| Teck Interpretive Centre |
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Want to learn about Teck and its history in Trail? Walk through the newly updated Interpretive Centre, which includes displays and informative facts about one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complexes. The Interpretive Centre appeals to both adults and children and features many hands-on exhibits and videos. Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn more about the innovative processes, and fascinating history at Teck Trail Operations. Call the Trail Chamber of Commerce at (250) 368-3144 for more information. Please Note: The Teck Interpretive Centre/ Chamber office is closed on Statutory Holidays and between Christmas and New Years. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm #200 - 1199 Bay Avenue View on map |
For a deeper look into Trail's sport heritage, drop by the Trail Memorial Centre and take in the 22 exhibits of sporting history. 
Cultural landmarks
| Historic Rock Walls |
 Get a little taste of Europe with a walking tour of Trail's historic rock walls, built to support the European-style streets in West and East Trail. The Rigatoni Ramble or the Haggis Hike will bring you face to face with the hundreds of rock walls, some 25 feet high, many of them carved by hand. Purchase a self-guided walking tour map prepared by the Rock Wall Project Enthusiastico Society at the Trail Riverfront Centre at 1505 Bay Avenue. |
| Covered Staircases |
 Trail's unique covered staircases, mainly located in West Trail, total 63. Built in the 1930s and 1940s, the staircases provided easier access to the downtown core. Fun fact: stacked atop one another, the staircases would equal 6,610 vertical feet or 1.25 miles! If you're looking for a workout with a side of culture, look no further! |
| Trail's Mural and Historic Plaque Tour |
 For the active heritage lover, spend some time in downtown Trail admiring the historically-themed murals and the many plaques featured on downtown buildings. Like what you see? A companion guide is available for purchase at the Trail Riverfront Centre, complete with a map of plaque and mural locations. For more information on any building or mural, email the Trail Museum & Archives staff or call 250-364-0821. |
| Home of Champions Monument |
 Chances are you'll recognize a few names on the Home of Champions Monument, where we honour Greater Trail's outstanding achievers. Check out the inductees! You'll be surprised who we can claim as ours! It proudly sits at 1199 Cedar Avenue in downtown Trail, right outside Kootenay Savings Credit Union. |
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