Oil Sands Discovery Centre in Fort Mcmurray

515 MacKenzie Blvd

Oil Sands Discovery Centre

The Oil Sands Discovery Centre, located in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, is a one-of-a-kind educational museum that immerses visitors in the fascinating history, science, and technology of the oil sands industry. Its exhibits chart the industry's evolution, showcasing various tools and techniques that have been used to extract bitumen from the sands over the years. A simulated mine tour also enables visitors to experience the process of bitumen extraction firsthand. The museum's crowning jewel is a colossal 1,500-tonne bucketwheel excavator that was employed in the mining process. Do not hesitate to learn about Canada's energy industry and the crucial role played by the oil sands in the country's economy.

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