The variety of more than 100 vehicles including plenty of vintage models displayed at the Sundre Pioneer Village Museum during the Canada Day celebration seemed right at home.
We cannot think of a more perfect location to host a car show in Sundre.
The backdrop of the numerous historical buildings complemented the many classics, which not only lined up along the streets in front of the museum and the Elks Hall but also were placed throughout the grounds for people to see.
Despite a forecast that called for rain and possible hail, enthusiastic vehicle aficionados from as far away as Calgary and Edmonton, with others coming from Rocky Mountain House and Red Deer, came out for the inaugural event.
Fortunately, the hail held off, although intermittent drizzle fell throughout the day until a downpour later that evening. But by then the car show was wrapped up anyway.
While the display was free for anyone to drop by and check out, proceeds from the registration fees for the cars’ owners — as well as supplementary voluntary donations from the public — will support the Sundre and District Historical Society’s ongoing restoration efforts.
So really, this was a win-win-win — a win for the museum, a win for the community as well as a win for people who enjoy the opportunity to showcase their pride and joy.
But none of this would even have been possible in the first place if not for partnerships and committed volunteers.
“We can’t do it without others — it’s not a one-person show,” said Jaime Marr, the museum’s executive director.
So we salute everyone who worked together to introduce this new feature to Sundre’s annual Canada Day celebration.
“It’s healthy to just make a change and spice it up,” said Marr.
We could not agree more, and look forward to seeing what organizers — with input and suggestions from residents — come up with next year.
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— Ducatel is the Round Up’s editor
