A new museum retracing Yellowknife's history opens

The Yellowknife Historical Society recently celebrated the official opening of the Yellowknife Historical Museum, a landmark event for residents and visitors to the city. The museum provides an overview of Yellowknife's history, from its humble beginnings to its dynamic development.  

Located in the iconic Giant Mine recreation hall, built in 1953, the museum offers an immersive exploration of Yellowknife's evolution. From the arrival of gold prospectors in the 1930s to the vibrant Indigenous culture that enriched the shores of Great Slave Lake, every aspect of the region's history is carefully explored.  

The museum's exhibits highlight the urbanization of the city the impact of Giant Mine on the community and local Indigenous People, and the legacy left by the industry. Thanks to financial support from CanNor, the museum has benefited from renovations and improvements, ensuring a rich experience for every visitor.  

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also houses facilities such as: 

• The Miner's Mess restaurant
• A gift store
• Archives and
• An impressive showroom 

Recently, the Communauté Francophone Accueillante (CFA) and the NWT Literacy Council organized a guided tour of the Historical Museum with newcomers to Yellowknife, to introduce them to the city's history.   

The Yellowknife Historical Museum is now open to the public, offering every visitor the opportunity to discover and appreciate Yellowknife's rich and diverse history. We warmly invite our student community, and the Yellowknife community in general, to visit this cultural treasure and immerse themselves in the captivating past of our beautiful region.