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Banff Park Museum |
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91 Banff Ave, Banff T1L 1J4 • 403-762-1558
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Set in a rustic pagoda near the Bow River, this museum dates from the turn of the last century. It houses a collection of native creatures that have been stuffed and mounted for display. Most of the specimens date from 1890 to 1930 and were acquired when hunting was permitted in the area. The museum, which has the distinction of being western Canada's oldest natural history museum, provides a glimpse of both the diversity of the Rockies and the Victorian conception of a wilderness. A reading room and a hands-on discovery room for children are also part of the complex. |
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Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum |
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1 Birch Ave, Banff T1L 1A8 • 403-762-2388
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Commemorating the contributions and presence of native Americans in the area, this museum has been in operation since 1952. Named for a local shopkeeper and friend of the Indians, the facility maintains displays on hunting, culture, and domestic activities. Clothing, a teepee, and quilts are among the many items available for perusal. A gift shop offers related merchandise, showcasing the heritage of a society who lived close to nature in a time before Europeans inhabited Canada's western plains and mountains. |
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Canada Place |
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101 Mountain Ave, Banff T1L 1K2 • 403-760-1338
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Canada Place is a multi-faceted attraction with wide appeal. For the history buff, there are exhibits detailing Canadian culture and achievements, plus the fascinating Siksika Nation Interpretive Centre. For nature fans, there's beautiful Cascade Gardens where the view extends well beyond the colorful borders to include the mountains beyond. You'll also find Banff National Park administration building here. |
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Canadian Ski Museum West |
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(Attractions & Activities - Museums) |
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317 Banff Ave Cascade Plaza, Banff T1L 1C1 • 403-762-8484
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It's not a traditional museum, but this Cascade Plaza attraction is worth a look just the same. Displayed chronologically from the lower level to the second level, memorabilia, art, equipment and historic photographs are all utilized to illustrate the evolution of skiing in Banff National Park. It's quite an interesting tale, and even if you're not a big fan of museums, you should enjoy this. |
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Walter Phillips Gallery |
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107 Tunnel Mtn Rd Banff Centre for the Arts, Banff T1L 1H5 • 403-762-6281
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This spare, intimate space, located on the grounds of the Banff Centre for the Arts, is home to a variety of exhibitions throughout the year. A substantial permanent collection is also available, much of which is displayed throughout the campus. Dedicated to contemporary art, the gallery represents national and international artists. In addition to the exhibitions, there are also lectures and other events that help to elucidate and inform the issues that the art addresses. Video and performance art are cultivated, along with more traditional media, such as photography, painting and sculpture. |
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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies |
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111 Bear St, Banff T1L 1A3 • 403-762-2291
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Instituted in 1968 to house materials conserving the heritage of the Rockies, this museum is now one of Banff's best and most comprehensive. With extensive collections of literature and art, the Whyte Museum houses thousands of items, including journals, oral histories, photographs, and artifacts relating to mountain climbing and exploration in general. The exhibitions provide a fascinating insight into the history of the region, as do the log structures on the grounds. Art displays change regularly, and the archives are open for public research and interest. |
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