We did not go but the Kids went with the Kids Club at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, they loved it, especially all the stuffed animals, there was a Moose there are they could not get over how big it was, might be the only Moose you see on your trip so might be worth a look.
After being slightly disappointed in not seeing wildlife in Banff other than one pika and a mostly hidden caribou, it was interesting to see this museum boasting a large collection of the many animals that roam its countryside. The cougar and bears were particularly impressive and scary. Also note - I'm an animal lover and appreciate that this museum absolutely does not kill animals for display. It merely displays animals that were killed and stuffed many decades ago, as part of its goal of educating the public about wildlife. This is very much worth a half hour visit.
This small museum contains a collection of stuffed birds and animals of Banff Park. There are also exhibits of bird's nests with eggs, fossil and minerals of the area. There is a small fee and you can see everything is less than an hour.
Returned this summer with more grandchildren to give them the experience of the Banff Park Museum...of Natural History. There are over 5000 specimens on display, the old fashioned way. The woodwork just gleams with richness. The 1903 structure of BC Fir is indeed a "National Historic Site!" The specimen collection is from the 1914 era. Read on one individual named Norman Sanson (curator 1896-1932) who contributed hugely to its' success. Our 9 and 7 year old grandson's actually stayed calm and studied the displays for over and hour and a half!! There is s small interactive room for children. A must see Canadian Historic Site!
Sold as a museum of a museum, the museum has been maintained with its original character since it was built and curated back in the 1800's. My favourite part was the original curator's office, complete with field books and records. Fun and engaging activities provided for the kids, with lots of interesting stuff to look at.
东西虽然不多,但工作人员很友好。在这里不仅能看到Banff地区及落基山脉出产的生物,还可以学习早期的加西发展史。很有收获。
Great art and historical displays. We spent an afternoon here due to inclement weather and leaned a lot we would otherwise have overlooked. The gift shop has great local art. Amazing interactive displays.
This place gives a person a very good amount of knowledge of the animals in this area. The wild animals that are stuffed gives a person a connection that would otherwise be missing if there were only pictures. early morning is best time to visit as you miss the crowds in summer.
Very interesting museum which details the flora and fauna to be found in the park with an extensive collection of stuffed animals which once roamed in the area. There is a small fee for entry which is well worth it.
Everything you would expect in a museum dedicated to Banff and the beginning of this resort town.If going, take the time to read the displays and walk the surrounding areas.Parking difficult in the summer.Park on the other side of the river, turn right after the bridge.