Banff - Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Banff has the artists Catherine and Peter Whyte to thank for the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies. The museum houses the archives of the Canadian Rocky Mountains as well as art exhibitions and some interesting material on the history of Banff. Adjoining it are the "Heritage Homes". Guided tours show what life was like in Banff in the 1920s.
The Art Collection at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies displays works by artists who have lived and/or worked in the region.
The Art Collection at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies displays works by artists who have lived and/or worked in the region.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
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Works include paintings, drawings, a remarkable photography display by Byron Harmon, sculptures, prints, and more.
The Heritage Collection includes displays on recreation in the Rockies, such as skiing and climbing, employment in the Rockies, and Canadian First Nations.
The Heritage Collection includes displays on recreation in the Rockies, such as skiing and climbing, employment in the Rockies, and Canadian First Nations.
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Box 160
Banff, AB T1L1A3
Canada
Box 160
Banff, AB T1L1A3
Canada
Phone 1 (403) 762-2291
Fax 1 (403) 762-8919
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Family | $ 20.00 |
| Adult | $ 8.00 |
| Students | $ 5.00 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 5.00 |
| Child 6 & under | FREE |
Admission to the library and archives is free, and they are open Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm (closed noon to 1pm and on holidays).
Facilities
Gift shop
