N of Pelly 4.8km and 1.6km W. Site marked by cairn.
Designated a national historic site to commemorate the first capital of the Northwest Territories, 1876 - 1877; and the original headquarters and first post built specifically for the NWMP, 1874 - 1876. The first session of the North West Territorial government was held in 1877.
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Box 70
ABERNETHY, SK S0A 0A0
Tel: (306) 333-2116 / 1(866) 787-6221 (TTY)
Toll Free: 1(888) 773-8888
Email: motherwell_info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
http://www.parkscanada.gc.ca/motherwell
Snake pit at location. Objects related to Fort Livingstone can be viewed at the Fort Pelly Livingstone Museum in Pelly.
Open Year Round
Free admission
Hours of operation: Grounds open continuously. Limited visitor day use facilities. Access trail impasssable when wet.
Limited wheelchair access
Picnic area
Outhouse
Museums Association of Saskatchewan member
Information in this listing is subject to change at any time. Please contact the operator to verify that information is accurate.
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