Activities and experiences
Banff Park Museum National Historic Site
Western Canada’s oldest natural history museum, Banff Park Museum offers visitors a chance to browse some 5,000 vintage specimens – from stuffed bears to minerals and plants. A visit to the “University of the Hills” is a great way to get an up-close look at Banff wildlife and see how natural history was interpreted a century ago.
Regular fees apply as of September 8, 2026
September 7 is the last day of free admission with Parks Canada and the Canada Strong Pass.
Things to do
Calendar of events
Learn about events happening at the Banff Park Museum.
The Xplorers Club
The Banff Park Museum is a favourite among kids who can join the Xplorers Club, completing a checklist of fun activities to earn a free souvenir.
Explore 5,000 vintage specimens
A “museum of a museum” that allows visitors to step back in time and learn about an early approach to natural history interpretation.
Exhibits
Mountains of Change - a landscape in transition because of climate change. Exhibit free with site admission.
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