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

Things to do in Yukon:
Historic and Cultural Attractions

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 Citywhere 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 CrossingTeslin 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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Dawson City Museum

Get an in-depth look at Dawson’s social and mining history, the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in People, pre-gold rush history, the colourful Gold Rush era, and the natural history of the Klondike. See our programs, rocker box demonstrations, Gift Shop and more.
Dawson CityMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
5th Avenue
Dawson City, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 993-5291
(867) 993-5839

Big Jonathan House

The Selkirk First Nation cultural centre at Pelly Crossing is housed in a replica of Fort Selkirk’s Big Jonathan House. This attraction has a range of works by local artists, as well as locally-made beaded clothing, birch bark baskets, baby birch bedding and tools.
Pelly CrossingMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Next to Selkirk Grocery
Store south of the Pelly River bridge
Pelly Crossing, Yukon  Y0B 1P0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 537-3150
(867) 537-3902

Old Log Church Museum

This log cathedral is a good example of early Northern architecture. Programs, exhibits about early missionary and whaling history, First Nations culture and the legendary Bishop who ate his boots!
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 31461
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 6K8
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 668-2555
(867) 667-6258

MacBride Museum of Yukon History

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.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
1124 First Avenue
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 1A4
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 667-2709
(867) 633-6607

Yukon Historical & Museum Association

On our 45-minute walking tour of Whitehorse, informed guides take visitors on a journey back in time, revealing more than a century of the city’s heritage through fascinating stories about its historic buildings, unique architecture and local landmarks.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
3126 Third Avenue
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 1E7
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 667-4704
(867) 667-4506

Tagish Stores, Café, Hotel & RV Park

Quiet place located in the greenbelt of the Tagish Road, Hwy. 8, between Hwy. 1 & Hwy. 2. Tagish is the gateway to the Southern Lakes, stretching over 100 km in length – the fishing paradise of the Yukon.
Marsh Lake & TagishMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 31598, 211 Main Street
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 6L2
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 399-3032
(867) 399-3032

Northern Lights Centre

The Northern Lights Centre is home to the Yukon's only visitor facility dedicated to the science and folklore of the aurora borealis.
Watson LakeMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
807 Frank Trail
Watson Lake, Yukon  Y0A 1C0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 536-7827
(867) 536-2823

Museum of Yukon Natural History/ Caribou Crossing Trading Post

5,000 square feet of Yukon wildlife exhibits and ice-age mammals, featuring a life-sized woolly mammoth, steppe bison and the world's largest bear. Gold panning, minigolf, dogcart rides, ATV rides and hikes.
CarcrossMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 195
Carcross, Yukon  Y0B 1B0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 821-4055
(867) 821-4055

Campbell Region Interpretive Centre

This impressive log building in “downtown” Faro is the place to go for tourist information and interesting displays on the Campbell Region’s history, geology and wildlife.
FaroMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Campbell Street
Faro, Whitehorse  Y0B 1K0
Phone:
(867) 994-2288

Copperbelt Railway & Mining Museum

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 May to September.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
91928 Alaska Highway
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 5B7
Phone:
(867) 667-6355

Yukon Beringa Interpretive Centre

Envision a place where predators of staggering proportions compete with human hunters for food in a cold, dry, treeless expanse. Explore the mysteries of that world within the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and watch Beringia come alive.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Km1473 on the Alaska Highway
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 2C6
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 667-8855
(867) 667-8854

Keno City Mining Museum

Unique displays of a century of silver and gold mining. Tools, equipment, memorabilia, photographs of life in an isolated mining town. Open daily, June to September. Unique gift shop.
Keno CityMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 17, Site 1
Keno City, Yukon  Y0B 1M0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 995-3103
(867) 995-3103

Yukon Archives

From love letters to home movies, photographs to handwritten diaries, turn-of-the-century newspapers to modern sound recordings, the Yukon Archives preserves and shares a wealth of original, unique and irreplaceable materials.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
400 College Drive
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 2C6
Phone:
Fax:
867) 667-5321
(867) 393-6253

Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre

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.
TeslinMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 133
Teslin, Yukon  Y0A 1B0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 390-2526
(867) 390-2156
Website: tlingit.ca

White Pass & Yukon Route Railway

Scenic Railway of the World. Narrow gauge railway built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush. Round-trip excursions from Skagway and train-motorcoach service between Whitehorse – Carcross – Skagway.
CarcrossMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Building 1938
Carcross, Yukon  Y0B 1B0
Phone:
Toll-free:
Fax:
(867) 821-3930
1-800-343-7373
(867) 821-3932

Yukon Arts Centre Public Art Gallery

Come and discover the Yukon through the eyes of contemporary visual artists. Enjoy cutting-edge exhibitions with a Yukon perspective.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
300 College Drive, Yukon Place
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 5X9
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 667-8485
(867) 393-6300

Kluane Museum of Natural History

World-class wildlife displays along with displays of native dress and artifacts. Admission includes wildlife video theatre. Mid-May to mid-September.
Burwash LandingMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 45
Burwash Landing, Yukon  Y0B 1V0
Phone:
(867) 841-5561

Jack London Cabin & Interpretive Centre

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. $2.00 admission.
Dawson CityMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 389
Dawson City, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 993-5575
(867) 993-6415

Yukon Transportation Museum

Discover Yukon's transportation history. Alaska Highway, dogsleds, early aviation. White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, sternwheelers. Gift shop, tours, wheelchair access, parking. Open summer months.
WhitehorseMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
30 Electra Crescent
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 6E6
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 668-4792
(867) 633-5547

Binet House Museum

Museum and Visitor Information Centre with a gift shop showcasing local arts and crafts.
MayoMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 160
Mayo, Yukon  Y0B 1M0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 996-2926
(867) 996-2907

Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre

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.
Dawson CityMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 599
Dawson City, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
(867) 993-6768

Tagé Cho Hudän Interpretive Centre

The Tagé Cho Hudän Interpretive Centre showcases the past and present culture of the Northern Tutchone with many fascinating exhibits. Indoor features include a moose skin boat, a dug-out canoe, a rare collection of stone and bone tools, and more.
CarmacksMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
North of Yukon River Bridge
Carmacks, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
Fax:
(867) 993-6768
(867) 993-6553

George Johnston Museum

Museum is named after a venerated Tlingit elder. Experience the story of Inland Tlingits through his photos and colourful exhibits. Gift shop, Tlingit arts & crafts. Open daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. RV access.
TeslinMuseums & Interpretive Centres
Address:
Box 146
Teslin, Yukon  Y0A 1B0
Phone:
(867) 390-2550

Parks and Historic Sites Listings

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Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site

Dredge No. 4 is a massive machine that was used to mine gold on the Klondike creeks. This national historic site is under restoration and is open for tours. Located 12.3 km/7.8 miles up the Bonanza Creek road.
Dawson CityParks & Historic Sites
Address:
Box 390
Dawson City, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
(867) 993-7200

Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site

This 53-km/33-mile trip through history is one of North America's most fabled treks. Hiking permits required; reservations recommended.
WhitehorseParks & Historic Sites
Address:
205 – 300 Main Street
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 2B5
Phone:
Toll-free:
Fax:
(867) 667-3910
1-800-661-0486
(867) 393-6701

S.S. Klondike National Historic Site of Canada

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.
WhitehorseParks & Historic Sites
Address:
205 – 300 Main Street
Whitehorse, Yukon  Y1A 2B5
Phone:
(867) 667-3910

Tachäl Dhäl (Sheep Mountain) Visitor Centre

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.
Haines JunctionParks & Historic Sites
Address:
Box 5495
Haines Junction, Yukon  Y0B 1L0
Phone:
(867) 841-4500

Ivvavik National Park

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.
Old CrowParks & Historic Sites
Address:
Box 1840
Inuvik, NWT  X0E 0T0
Phone:
(867) 777-8800

Dawson Historical Complex National Historic Site of Canada

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.
Dawson CityParks & Historic Sites
Address:
Box 390
Dawson City, Yukon  Y0B 1G0
Phone:
(867) 993-7200

Vuntut National Park

Opportunities for experienced backcountry enthusiasts: wildlife viewing and hiking the mountainous part of the park. No facilities or services in the park. Prior registration required.
Old CrowParks & Historic Sites
Address:
General Delivery
Old Crow, Yukon  Y0B 1N0
Phone:
(867) 966-3622
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