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Kwakiutl District Museum

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Kwakiutl First Nation at this captivating museum in British Columbia.

Currency

CAD ($)

Best time to visit

May to September

Languages

English

Coordinates

50.283°, -127.167°

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1The museum houses the world's largest collection of Kwakiutl art and artifacts.
2It features a replica of a traditional Kwakiutl big house, a longhouse used for communal living and ceremonies.
3The museum's collection includes over 10,000 objects, with many pieces dating back centuries.

1953: The museum was established to preserve and display the cultural heritage of the Kwakiutl people.
1979: The museum moved to its current location in the historic Canadian Pacific Railway station.