Three Hills facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Three Hills
Town
Town of Three Hills
Three Hills Health Centre
Three Hills Location in Alberta
Country	Canada
Province	Alberta
Region	Central Alberta
Census division	5
Municipal district	Kneehill County
Incorporated
• Village	June 14, 1912
• Town	January 1, 1929
Area  (2021)
• Land	6.74 km2 (2.60 sq mi)
Elevation	896 m (2,940 ft)
Population  (2021)
• Total	3,171
Time zone	UTC−7 (MST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−6 (MDT)
Postal Codes	T0M 2A0 & T0M 2N0
Highways	Highway 21 Highway 583
Waterway	Threehills Creek

Three Hills is a town in southern Alberta, Canada. It got its name from three hills located to its north.

History of Three Hills

Three Hills started with a post office in 1904. In 1912, it became a village. That same year, the village moved to its current spot. This new location was on the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway line. This railway connected Tofield and Calgary. Early residents were ranchers and farmers. Soon, Three Hills became a hub for the area's wheat farms.

Growth of the Town

In 1922, Prairie Bible Institute opened in Three Hills. It is now called Prairie College. This school helped the town's population grow. By the mid-1980s, the college campus and nearby small settlements joined the town. This made Three Hills bigger.

Hosting Big Events

Even though it's a small town, Three Hills hosted the Alberta Seniors Games in 1998. This was a big sports event for older adults. The town was chosen because Prairie College had large, well-equipped facilities. The opening and closing ceremonies took place in the college's Maxwell Memorial Tabernacle. This building could hold 4,200 people.

The Maxwell Tabernacle was Canada's largest religious auditorium. It was used from 1953 until 2005. It served as the college chapel and hosted concerts. It was also the worship center for a local church. The building was used for graduation ceremonies too. A new, smaller facility opened in 2020. The new Prairie Tabernacle is now near Prairie Christian Academy.

Modern Development

Recently, the town's food and lodging businesses have grown. This is because of new methane fields nearby. Methane is a natural gas.

Population of Three Hills

In 2021, the Town of Three Hills had a population of 3,171 people. These people lived in 1,220 homes. This number was a small change from its 2016 population of 3,212. The town covers an area of 6.74 square kilometers.

Fun Things to Do in Three Hills

Three Hills offers many things for its community. These include:

• The Three Hills Municipal Library
• An Aquatic Centre (for swimming)
• Centennial Place hockey arena
• A curling rink
• A campground
• The Three Hills Golf Club
• The Kneehill Historical Museum

Cruise Night Event

Since 1981, Three Hills has hosted an event called Cruise Night. It happens every year in early June. This weekend event is for people who love cars. It brings in over 8,000 visitors. They bring their classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and hot rods. It is the biggest event of its kind in Western Canada.

Local Media

• The Capital – This is the town's weekly newspaper.

Famous People from Three Hills

• Phil Callaway, a humorist and author.
• Erica Durance, an actress known for her roles in TV shows like Smallville and Saving Hope.
• Paul Janz, a musician and theologian.
• Bill Peters, an NHL hockey coach.