MacBride Museum of Yukon History in Whitehorse, Canada – Museum Information

General Information

Museum nameMacBride Museum of Yukon History
CategoryLocal history museum
LocationWhitehorse, Yukon,
Address 1124 Front St, Whitehorse, YT Y0A 0A2, Canada (View on Google Maps)

The MacBride Museum of Yukon History is located in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. This museum offers a comprehensive collection that highlights the region’s natural, social, economic, and industrial history. Visitors can explore three floors of exhibits, including sections dedicated to Indigenous culture, wildlife, and the impact of the Klondike Gold Rush. With a suggested tour length of 2 to 3 hours, it provides extensive educational resources in a well-organized setting. The museum is user-friendly, featuring elevators and amenities like water fountains for guest convenience.

Notable exhibits include displays on influential figures in Yukon history, a collection of taxidermy animals, and the original cabin of Sam McGee, famous from Robert Service’s poem. The museum also features an art gallery with photographs and paintings reflecting Yukon’s life and landscapes. Outdoor terraces allow visitors to enjoy panoramic views of Whitehorse, further enhancing the experience.

Gallery

Open Hours

  • Friday: 10 AM–4 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10 AM–4 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Thursday: 10 AM–4 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM–4 PM
  • Wednesday: 1–8 PM

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned: Yes

Service options

  • Onsite services: Yes

Highlights

  • Live performances: Yes

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Yes

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom: Yes
  • Restroom: Yes
  • Restaurant: No

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Yes

Children

  • Good for kids: Yes

Contact Information

Phone+1 867-667-2709
Website