Well curated displays (temporary and permanent). One of the best places to spend a cold or rainy day in Calgary.

Displays vary from art, to rocks and minerals, to aboriginal history, to Calgary's oil history. Staff are very helpful and friendly, and typically the museum isn't overly busy. They always have interesting temporary displays, and the website is updated regularly so it's easy to keep up to date with what they currently have. The gift shop also has many interesting items, including art and jewellery made in Canada (you can still access the shop from an entrance off Stephen's Ave if you don't want to go to the museum).

There is a free self serve coat rack available - just take any valuables with you. No food or drink is allowed in the museum, but if you forget and it's not busy the staff will allow you to leave a coffee at the front desk to be picked up later.

Museum does close by 5, but it's lovely to go to the museum, then venture out to Stephen's Ave for dinner afterwards. They do occasionally schedule special events in the evening.

Membership includes a discount at other museums, events, and gift shop purchases. You also get 10% off at Rosso Coffee locations with the card. They will also send you a card for free admission for a friend, 50% off admission for a friend, and additional discount at the gift shop

Easy to get to via train, or walking indoors through Plus15s if you're staying downtown. I've never driven here, so can't comment on nearby parking, but it would be free on the street on Sundays.