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History Timeline
1915: The first elevator called the 'Home Elevator' was built, but one year later it collapsed full of grain. It was rebuilt with an Annex in 1916-17, but five years later, burned down in the "Big Fire of Rowley". The first grain buyer was Frank Swallow.
1917: United Grain Growers built an elevator
1923: Elevator was ran by 'Searle' Grain Company
1940: 'Alberta Pool' Elevator Built
1992: Elevators ceased operations
2008: Restoring elevators to better conditions
Present Day: Fundraising for restoration #2
Elevator Restoration Project
In 2024, phase one of three was completed. This phase included replacing missing planks on the exterior of the elevators, window repair, a fresh coat of paint, and various other miscellaneous projects.
Phase one cost the RCHA $100,000 in total, with fundraising and grant contributions totaling $112,000.
Phase two is anticipated to start in 2026 provided sufficient funds are acquired.
Phase three is hoped to be completed by 2030.
Interested in Donating?
Donations can be made in multiple ways.
Mail a cheque to PO Box 14 Rowley, AB, T0J2X0
Leave a cheque/cash in the donation box mounted to the community hall
Email or Facebook message us to set up an e-transfer
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