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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

111 Bear St, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1A3, Canada
1-403-762-2291
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Ranked #8 of 27 attractions in Banff
Type: Art Museums, History Museums, Museums, Libraries
Description: Where people are imaginatively engaged in the excitement of exploring the Canadian Rockies - art, culture, and history.
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Piedmont, California
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54 reviews 54 reviews
26 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We didn't go to Banff for the museum but one day was just too rainy to do much else. We were pleasantly surprised by this local gem which gave great history of the area, including guided tours of some historic houses owned by early residents.

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UK
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85 reviews 85 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

A very worthwhile experience which brings the Rockies history, culture and art to life. Frequently changing themed exhibitions' are featured.

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London, United Kingdom
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38 reviews 38 reviews
19 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

We had this included in a ticket for the hot springs, gondola ride and glacier tour, wasn't overy impressed, spent about 15 minutes in there before we all decided to move on.

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Victoria, Canada
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

Interesting displays. Art gallery had very unique display of sculptures. Entrance by donation is a good idea as well.

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Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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60 reviews 60 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

This is a small museum (admission by donation) with interesting pictures and artefacts. A good alternative to browsing the souvenir shops for an hour.

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London
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013

well organised worth a visit voluntary donation scheme very pleasant staff and good gift shop situated close to the river an easy five minutes from the centre

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west virginia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

This museum has a gallery which tells the history of the region through interesting displays. Art galleries displayed local art, both historical and contemporary. Do not miss touring the heritage homes which were moved to the museum grounds. These hold interesting collections and tell the story of early settlers and developers of the region.

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Calgary, Canada
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12 attraction reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

The entrance was a voluntary donation suggested for 5 dollars. in a very nice well distributed, small location, ideal for exhibits, by the way had two of them from two Canadian artist going on just on the left wing to the main exhibit room: Toni Bloom with his land buoy exhibit and Oscar Cahen with his cartoons. I found both... More

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Banff, Canada
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39 reviews 39 reviews
14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

A great place to take visitors to learn about the history of our town. Small museum but good nontheless. I had a free family pass that I borrowed from the library (found out about this in the Crag & Canyon) and that was very useful.

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Okotoks, Canada
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Centrally located - great place to learn about history of the area. Wonderful exhibits and really lovely gift shop.

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