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Smithson International Truck Museum

Smithson International Truck Museum
Box 1164
5620 - 51 Street,
Rimbey, Alberta
T0C 2J0
phone: (403) 843-2004

The Smithson International Truck Museum is located at 56 Avenue and 51 Street in Rimbey. The hours of operation are 10 to 6 daily all year, except Christmas Day. The governing authority is the Rimbey Historical Society. The admission fee is $2.50 per person; children under 12 get in free.

The collection at the museum is focused on agriculture, farming and forestry. This includes 19 restored IHC half-ton trucks, a collection of old photographs, and an operational sawmill and planer. Fireman Force Day is celebrated on the second to the last Sunday in July, and there are several special events that take place throughout the year.

The Smithson International Truck Museum does not currently offer specific education programs; however, tours are always available for students. Contact the museum for further information.

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