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Historic and Cultural Attractions

Historic and Cultural Attractions
Whitehorse's Old Log Church was built in 1900

Yukon's heritage unites proud first peoples' cultures, World Heritage Sites, the thrill of the Klondike Gold Rush and the majesty of Yukon wilderness. Step back in time, or just feel time stand still, as you experience the Yukon's larger than life past and present.

Historic Sites, Museums and Interpretive Centres

With literally thousands of heritage sites sprinkled throughout the Yukon, there's ample opportunity for visitors to delve into our colourful past. From roadside historic sites and unmarked graves to major attractions like Fort Selkirk and the MacBride Museum, there's plenty of ways to learn about historic Yukon themes like Beringia, First Nations, RCMP, mining and the Alaska Highway.

Don't miss a visit to historic Dawson City, where numerous historic properties will transport you back in history to the heady days of the Klondike Gold Rush. Visit the Dawson City Museum, Dredge #4 and take a Parks Canada walking tour of Dawson. In Whitehorse, take time to visit the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, Copperbelt Railway and Museum and ride the Waterfront Trolley. One of Whitehorse's landmark attractions, the S.S. Klondike, the largest sternwheeler to ply the Yukon River, has been painstakingly restored to the 1937-40 period. Other major roadside attractions to visit include the Campbell Regional Interpretive Centre in Faro and the Northern Lights Interpretive Centre in Watson Lake.

Cultural Attractions

“First Nations” may be a new term for many visitors. This term is used throughout Canada in place of the term Indians. It recognizes people as distinct nations and the fact that they are the first peoples of this land.

When you travel throughout the Yukon, remember that there are two separate worlds woven together here—one modern, the other ancient. You can learn about First Nations cultures at the cultural/heritage centres in many Yukon communites, like Danoja Zho Cultural Centre in Dawson, Big Jonathan House in Pelly Crossing, Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre in Teslin, the Tagé Cho Hudän Interpretive Centre in Carmacks, and the Da Ku Centre in Haines Junction.

 

Your Yukon journey through history and culture starts here.

Museum and Interpretive Centre Listings

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Binet House Museum

Mayo
Phone:
(867) 996-2317
Fax:
(867) 996-2907
Address:
304 Second Avenue, Y0B 1M0 Mayo, Yukon Territory
Email:
mayo@northwestel.net
Website:
yukonweb.com/community/mayo

Museum and Visitor Information Centre with a gift shop showcasing local arts and crafts.

Copperbelt Railway and Mining Museum

Whitehorse
Phone:
(867) 667-6198 (summer)
Address:
Mile 919 Alaska Highway, Y1A 5B7 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
mchrs@northwestel.net
Website:
www.yukonrails.com

Ride our vintage Loki and discover the exciting role of copper and rail in Yukon's history, at our museum. Group bookings available. Open daily throughout June to early September.

Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre

Dawson City
Phone:
(867) 993-6768
Address:
1131 Front Street, Y0B 1G0 Dawson City, Yukon Territory
Email:
glenda.bolt@gov.trondek.com
Website:
www.trondekheritage.com

Welcome to Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre; the gateway into Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Heritage. Exhibits, tours, films, cultural activities, performances, events and unique gift shop. Open May to September.

George Johnston Museum

Teslin
Phone:
(867) 390-2550
Address:
Mile 776 (Historic Mile 804) Alaska Highway, Y0A 1B0 Teslin, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.gjmuseum.yk.net

Museum features 1930-50s photos of Teslin Tlingit indian people, their colourful ceremonial regalia, beadwork, hunting, gathering and historical trade items. Film theatre, shop. Open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. RV access.

Jack London Museum

Dawson City
Phone:
(867) 993-5575
Fax:
(867) 993-6415
Address:
Eighth Avenue and Firth Street, Y0B 1G0 Dawson City, Yukon Territory
Email:
kva@dawson.net
Website:
www.dawsoncity.ca

Cabin where the famous American author lived during the Klondike Gold Rush. His works include "Call of the Wild" and "White Fang". Daily tours and presentations. Open mid-May to mid-September. $5.00 admission.

Keno City Mining Museum

Keno City
Phone:
(867) 995-3103
Fax:
(867) 995-3103
Address:
In the centre of town, Y0B 1M0 Keno City, Yukon Territory
Email:
yvonne@northwestel.net
Website:
www.kenocity.info

Unique displays of a century of silver and gold mining. Tools, equipment, memorabilia, photographs of life in an isolated mining town. Open daily, Victoria Day Weekend to Labour Day Weekend. Unique gift shop.

Kluane Museum of Natural History

Burwash Landing and Destruction Bay
Phone:
(867) 841-5561
Address:
Y0B 1V0 Burwash Landing, Yukon Territory
Email:
kluanemus@yknet.ca

World-class wildlife displays along with displays of native dress and artifacts. Admission of $3.95 or less includes wildlife video theatre. Mid-May to mid-September.

Kluane National Park and Reserve of Canada - Haines Junction Visitor Information Centre

Haines Junction
BONJOUR!
GUTEN TAG!
Phone:
(867) 634-2345 (May to Sept.)
Fax:
(867) 634-3829 (May to Sept.);
Address:
Y0B 1L0 Haines Junction, Yukon Territory
Email:
vic.hainesjunction@gov.yk.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/kluane

Operated by Parks Canada and Yukon Tourism and Culture. Exhibits and AV show on Kluane National Park and Reserve. Information on the Yukon. Registration for hiking trails and backcountry travel.

MacBride Museum of Yukon History

Whitehorse
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 667-2709
Fax:
(867) 633-6607
Address:
On the Whitehorse waterfront, Y1A 1A4 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.macbridemuseum.com

Yukon adventure starts here! From gold rush fever to the birth of Whitehorse, the MacBride Museum offers a complete view of the people and events that built Canada's Yukon. Gold panning! Family Fun! Open all year.

Old Log Church Museum

Whitehorse
Phone:
(867) 668-2555
Fax:
(867) 667-6258
Address:
Third Avenue and Elliott Street, Y1A 6K8 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
logchurch@klondiker.com
Website:
www.oldlogchurchmuseum.ca

Experience Yukon’s spirited history within one of the oldest buildings in Whitehorse. Carry away a sense of the passion of the early pioneers and missionaries who helped shape Yukon’s history.

Tachäl Dhäl (Sheep Mountain) Visitor Centre

Whitehorse
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 841-4500 (May to Sept.)
Address:
Km 1706.8 Alaska Highway, Y0B 1L0 Haines Junction, Yukon Territory
Email:
kluane.info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/kluane

Stop at this visitor centre at the base of Tachäl Dhäl for hiking and national park information. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from mid-May to early September. 70 km north of Haines Junction on the Alaska Highway.

Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre

Teslin
BONJOUR!
GUTEN TAG!
Phone:
(867) 390-2532 (ext 381)
Fax:
(867) 390-2156
Address:
Mile 779 (Historic Mile 807) Alaska Highway, Y0A 1B0 Teslin, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.tlingit.ca

Explore Tlingit culture and art at this award-winning centre. Sample smoked salmon at the traditional Fish Camp; purchase authentic Tlingit and Native crafts at the gift shop. Open daily. RV access.

Yukon Arts Centre Public Art Gallery

Whitehorse
Phone:
(867) 667-8485
Fax:
(867) 939-6300
Address:
Y1A 5X9 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
info@yac.ca
Website:
www.yukonartscentre.com

Come and discover the Yukon through the eyes of contemporary visual artists. Enjoy cutting-edge exhibitions with a Yukon perspective. Hours are: Tuesday-Friday from 10am-5pm. Saturday 12pm-5pm.

Yukon Historical and Museums Association

Whitehorse
Phone:
(867) 667-4707
Fax:
(867) 667-4506
Address:
Donnenworth House, Y1A 1E7 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
yhma@northwestel.net
Website:
www.heritageyukon.ca

Take a 45 min walking tour back in time through the City of Whitehorse's heritage. Informated guides will tell you fascinating stories about its historic buildings, unique architecture and local landmarks. Mon-Sat, 9am, 11am, 3pm.

Yukon Transportation Museum

Whitehorse
Phone:
(867) 668-4792
Fax:
(867) 633-5547
Address:
Beside the Whitehorse Airport, Y1A 6E6 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
info@goytm.ca
Website:
www.goytm.ca

A Moving Experience. True Yukon stories live here. Come & experience big, impressive modes of transportation – dramatic, authentic, and personal stories of Yukon ingenuity & self-sufficiency. Group tours welcome.

Parks and Historic Sites Listings

Showing 7 of 7 Parks & Historic Sites results

Chilkoot Trail National Historic Sites

Whitehorse
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 667-3910
Fax:
(867) 393-6701
Address:
Y1A 2B5 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
whitehorse.info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/chilkoot

This 53-km/33-mile trip through history is one of North America's most fabled treks. Hiking permits required; reservations recommended.

Dawson Historical Complex National Historic Site of Canada

Dawson City
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 993-7200
Address:
Parks Canada, Y0B 1G0 Dawson City, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/dawson

Tour Dawson City's historic buildings with a costumed guide or take an audio tour on your own. Information can be found at the Visitor Information Centre or the Palace Grand Theatre.

Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site

Dawson City
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 993-7200
Address:
Parks Canada, Y0B 1G0 Dawson City, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/dredge4

Dredge No. 4 is a massive machine that was used to mine gold on the Klondike creeks. This National Historic Site is open for tours throughout the season. Located 12.3 km/7.8 miles up the Bonanza Creek road.

Ivvavik National Park

Old Crow
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 777-8800
Address:
Parks Canada, X0E 0T0 Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Email:
inuvik.info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/ivvavik

Canada's first National Park established as a result of a land claim. It protects part of the Porcupine caribou calving grounds. Day trips to the Babbage River and multi-day trips on the Firth River.

S.S. Keno National Historic Site of Canada

Dawson City
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 993-7200
Address:
Y0B 1G0 Dawson City, Yukon Territory
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/sskeno

Explore the freight and observation decks of this mighty little sternwheeler. This National Historic Site is open throughout the season for you to experience on your own or with a knowledgeable interpreter. Located on Front Street on the banks of the Yukon River.

S.S. Klondike National Historic Site of Canada

Whitehorse
BONJOUR!
Phone:
(867) 667-4511 (summer)
Address:
Y1A 2B5 Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Email:
whitehorse.info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/ssklondike

S.S. Klondike, the largest sternwheeler to ply the Yukon River – a Parks Canada National Historic Site. Fully restored to the 1937–40 period. Daily tours offered mid-May to September.

Vuntut National Park

Old Crow
Phone:
(867) 996-3622
Address:
Parks Canada, Y0B 1N0 Old Crow, Yukon Territory
Email:
whitehorse.info@pc.gc.ca
Website:
www.pc.gc.ca/vuntut

For an out of ordinary experience visitors can go to the John Tizya Center in Old Crow. Opportunities in the park for experienced backcountry enthusiasts! Contact park staff for more information.


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