Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies

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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies is a History Museum at 111 Bear Street, Banff AB, Canada

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies in Banff celebrates the art, history and mountain culture of the region. Founded by the artists Peter and Catharine Whyte, it holds galleries of Rockies landscape painting, archives and photographs, and preserves historic cabins on its grounds. A rich record of the people, explorers and artists drawn to these mountains.

WebsitePhone: (403) 762-2291

Where to find Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies?

51°10'30"N, 115°34'23"W

Aurora hunting in Banff?

The aurora season here runs from October to March, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in November, February and March. Visit Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies during the day and save the evenings for chasing the Northern Lights.

What do people think of Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies?

  • 3.5

  • Random Collection of stuff, pretty disappointing, given the history of the region

    Dave M27 June 2019

  • make sure to see the historical homes tour. very cool!

    Adam H19 June 2013

  • Great art and history of Banff and the Canadian Rockies.

    Christopher V23 November 2011

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