Museums in Banff

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Museums in Banff

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  • Metis gal
    Chilliwack, Canada307 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a very interesting Museum. We enjoyed all the art work and the Authentic Historical pieces on display. The amount of catalogued Cultural History here is staggering. One could spend days on going through the archives all about the Rocky Mountains. Very well done.
    We did not get to see the historic log homes due to time constraints.
    Written October 4, 2024
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  • Fray
    Oxford, UK10 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a wonderful little museum, absolutely full of pieces from First Nations communities, and good displays. There was much more here than I expected.
    Written October 6, 2023
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  • leslie D
    Fort Nelson, Canada2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff was excellent, our rooms were comfortable. I enjoyed the atmosphere, watching elk graze a marmots sing in the morning :)
    Written June 5, 2022
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  • Jyss
    Saint Paul, MN638 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stopped here on a really cold day as a break to warm up. It's includes in the discovery pass if you have it otherwise it was fairly inexpensive. Lots of taxidermy and a fairly small space. It was interesting to see all the different birds and the very well preserved animals. They do not add to collection anymore in the same manner they collected a hundred years ago. Only took about 45 minutes to see everything.
    Written January 16, 2024
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  • Amanda_B109
    Edmonton, Canada544 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely love this gallery. We have bought many things over the years from jewelry to paintings. Service is outstanding. I am in Edmonton and watch their emails, in case I see something I want! I bought a painting last month, delivered to us promptly and well packaged and safe on arrival!
    Written November 8, 2021
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  • Ruth S
    Bellevue, WA669 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just happened to see this as we were exploring Banff Avenue downtown Banff. Really enjoyed the photography and the displays.
    Written June 10, 2022
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  • Shikha K
    Vancouver, Canada31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful place to stop and view portraits of Canadian art, collectibles, and Inuit art. It has 3 galleries with an amazing array of art- wonderful place that is a must see for art collectors.
    Written July 8, 2021
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  • brianavann
    Houston, TX92 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredibil shots by this amazing photographer!! Worth the visit. The gentleman working gave us some history and background, very kind.
    Written November 28, 2024
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  • Ben B
    Calgary, Canada14,103 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tucked away in the lower floor of Glyde Hall is this great place that exhibits amazing contemporary art. The halls are very spacious with great lighting, and they get fascinating shows in. We were at the Banff Centre to take in the Mountain Film Festival, and popped in to see was on offer. Staff were helpful and friendly, and very campy exhibit really complemented the films at the festival.
    Written November 18, 2018
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  • Ana Sloaki
    New Orleans, LA11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lot of variety and very clean place. They sell lot of nice stuffs and we bought few items as gifts from them.
    Written February 6, 2020
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  • BobHLeverett
    Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited this gallery late summer 2019 when it first opened in the morning. The selections available in the gallery are varied and interesting. All seemed to be of high quality. The owners were friendly, interactive and very helpful. There is a fine selection of black and white photography produced by one of the owners. The experience was excellent. This is certainly a gallery that is well worth a visit and not to be missed when you are in Banff.
    Written December 26, 2019
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  • ki
    Hannibal, MO9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A real treasure. All of the family’s original things. Lynne the docent was welcoming and so knowledgeable. What a fun find. Donations appreciated. This family was a big part of Banff history. Daughter had 4 college degrees and lived in the house until her death 1994 or 1995. She set up a foundation to preserve the house and history. Amazing family.
    Written June 9, 2023
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