Whyte Museum Banff

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies    

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The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is located in Banff, Alberta, Canada. The museum collects, preserves, and exhibits materials related to the cultural heritage of the Rocky …
The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is located in Banff, Alberta, Canada. The museum collects, preserves, and exhibits materials related to the cultural heritage of the Rocky Mountains of Canada, making them available for education as well as research. The museum, which contains an archive and a library, was the inspiration of Banff artists Peter and Catharine Whyte. The Alpine Club of Canada has dedicated the Peter and Catharine Whyte Hut on the Peyto Glacier after the couple.

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Mar 11, 2024
This is a great museum with loads of things to see that explain a lot about the local area. For example, we had seen bear resistant bins around the area but watching the video of a bear trying to get… Full review by Pauline S
Jan 30, 2024
Currently featuring a photography exhibition. Interesting pictures from Ya Ha Tinda horse ranch in Alberta. Very interesting Banff and Alberta history. $12 entrance fee for adults. Full review by Dan M
Jan 16, 2024
Good for a cold day. It was not in our plans but the cold canceled all our activities. We were pleasantly surprised we really enjoyed all the landscape scenes photos in particular. The historical sid… Full review by JyssicaS
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Established:1968

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Are there activities/displays here that young kids would enjoy? Thanks
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It depends on the age and interest levels of the children but I would say that it is primarily a museum for adults.
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How much time should I expect to spend in this museum?
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Thank you for the question. I agree with the reviewers, we are not a particularly large Museum, so an hour or two will give you time appreciate a lot of what we have on display. Certainly …
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Thank you for the question. I agree with the reviewers, we are not a particularly large Museum, so an hour or two will give you time appreciate a lot of what we have on display. Certainly though, more time can be spent, especially if you include a visit to our Archives & Library, which is open Tuesday-Friday, 1-5 pm. And don't miss the Museum Shop!
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