Banff Park Museum, Banff

Name: Banff Park Museum
Address: 93 Banff Avenue, Banff, T0L 0C0, Canada
Telephone: +1 403-762-1558

#4 among attractions in Banff

Top attraction, Specialty museum, Museum, Natural history museum

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Facts and practical information

The Banff Park Museum National Historic Site, located in downtown Banff, Alberta, is an exhibition space associated with Banff National Park. The museum was established in 1895 to house an exhibit of taxidermy mounted specimens of animals, plants and minerals associated with the park. The museum building, constructed in 1903 to the design of territorial government engineer John Stocks, is an early example of the rustic style of architecture that was becoming popular in the parks of North America. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1903 (121 years ago)Coordinates: 51°10'26"N, 115°34'19"W

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93 Banff AvenueBanff T0L 0C0 Canada

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+1 403-762-1558

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Day trips

Banff Park Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Cave and Basin National Historic Site.

0.6 miSE
Natural attraction, Park, Waterfall
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Hiking trail, Park, Outdoor activities
Tunnel Mountain, Banff
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~710 ftNW
Specialty museum, Museum, History museum
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff
4 min walk • 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.
0.9 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Historical place
Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Banff
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~380 ftSE
Bridge
Bow River Bridge, Banff
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0.5 miE
Convention center, Theater, Concerts and shows
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff
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~1190 ftS
51°10'14"N • 115°34'23"W
Cascades of Time Gardens, Banff
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~1350 ftN
51°10'39"N • 115°34'19"W
Willock & Sax Gallery - Banff, Banff
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~230 ftW
51°10'26"N • 115°34'23"W
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2 min walk • Park
~660 ftS
51°10'20"N • 115°34'23"W
Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum, Banff
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~870 ftS
51°10'17"N • 115°34'16"W
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5 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Banff Park Museum open?

Banff Park Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Banff Park Museum?

Nearby attractions include Central Park, Banff (2 min walk), Bow River Bridge, Banff (2 min walk), Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum, Banff (4 min walk), Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff (4 min walk).