North - Prince Albert National Park
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Waskesiu Dr, Waskesiu Lake.
Latitude: 53.92729° N,
Longitude: -106.075° W
Longitude: -106.075° W
The Waskesiu Heritage Museum displays the human history of Waskesiu Lake and Prince Albert National Park since its 1928 creation. The museum features an original canvas-roofed shack tent and a replica camp kitchen from the early days in Waskesiu. Other outdoor exhibits include a fire tower cupola, a portable cabin and shed fondly known as a dog house, a railcart portaging a canoe, and wash day equipment. An original log building houses indoor exhibits and displays.
The Waskesiu Heritage Museum is open this summer but they encourage you to visit their website for up-to-date information on hours and activities affected by the pandemic. Heritage Moments is an online guide to 41 historic locations in Waskesiu. Take a moment to scan the round signs on buildlngs around the townsite with your smart phone. You will be linked to online information including photos, stories, video and music. Pick up a map and a brochure at the Museum or Visitors Centre. The content can also be enjoyed from anywhere at waskesiuheritagemoments.org.
Open Jul and Aug.
North - Prince Albert National Park
The Waskesiu Heritage Museum displays the human history of Waskesiu Lake and Prince Albert National Park since its 1928 creation. The museum features an original canvas-roofed shack tent and a replica camp kitchen from the early days in Waskesiu. Other outdoor exhibits include a fire tower cupola, a portable cabin and shed fondly known as a dog house, a railcart portaging a canoe, and wash day equipment. An original log building houses indoor exhibits and displays.
The Waskesiu Heritage Museum is open this summer but they encourage you to visit their website for up-to-date information on hours and activities affected by the pandemic. Heritage Moments is an online guide to 41 historic locations in Waskesiu. Take a moment to scan the round signs on buildlngs around the townsite with your smart phone. You will be linked to online information including photos, stories, video and music. Pick up a map and a brochure at the Museum or Visitors Centre. The content can also be enjoyed from anywhere at waskesiuheritagemoments.org.
Contact Info
Phone:
306-663-6105 (Museum summer) | 306-980-6017 (Museum off-season) |
info@waskesiuheritagemuseum.org