The artifacts from the area indigenous population are specatular. They really need some repairs to this building and upkeep to preserve this history. If this space is cared for by the Buffalo Nations, they should realize the importance to their heritage and put more value into it's upkeep.
This museum as noted elsewhere should be better known, as a museum dedicated to the First Nations people's its excellent. Many interesting exhibits laid out inside what from the outside looks like a Wild West fort. Animals and their relationship to the First Nations people's, their tools and equipment and a good account of how they lived and still exist as a nation within a nation.
There is an area inside for drinks and snacks, but the store is a little poorly represented, of course 100 yards away is the buffalo nations trading post so I suppose the museum can be forgiven for being poorly equipped, but I would have prefered to buy on site, and assist when they don't appear to get as many visitors as the site deserves.
This museum was our most pleasant surprise about Banff. Its very well laid out and we learned a great deal about the Buffalo Nations. I wish it were more publicized as there weren't many people there. They have a good thing going.
This museum is managed by people of the First Nations, and has a nice collection of artifacts.
Ancient customs are furthermore depicted by mannequins, and although the museum building itself could use a renovation, the collection is worth the visit for those who are interested in the history and lifestyle of the first peoples.
The museum also has an rather big shop.
I loved this museum as I wanted to see a bit of the First Nation history. It didn't disappoint although the people at the front desk weren't overly welcoming which was a bit of a disappointment.
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