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Yukon Historic Sites & Interpretive Centres
A WorldWeb.com travel guide to Historic Sites & Interpretive Centres in Yukon, Northern Canada.
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    Palace Grand Theatre
    Original building constructed by Arizona Charlie Meadows. See the reconstructed theatre and relive the time of 1899. Tours available from June to late August.
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 


     

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    Captain Martin House
    This historic building houses a visual art gallery showcasing local artists' works. Located at Le Page Park, the Captain Martin House is open year round.
    Address: 305 Wood Street Whitehorse  YT  Canada  Y1A 2E7
    Telephone 1 867 667-4080 
     

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    Koolseen Heritage Centre
    Located behind the Carcross Visitor Information Centre is the Koolseen Heritage Centre. This centre is operated by the Carcross Tagish First Nation and is housed in the restored White Pass Warehouse. Admission is free and visitors can purchase jewellery crafted by a local artist.
    Address: . Carcross  YT  Canada
     

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    Keno City Alpine Interpretive Centre and Hiking Information
    Located next to the mining museum in town, this interpretive centre provides information on Keno City's alpine environment and is a starting point for marked hiking trails. Learn about the wildlife, wildflowers, birds and butterflies that are found in the area.
    Address: . Keno City  YT  Canada
     

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    Log Cabin - Chilkoot Trail: National Historic Site
    Please contact Parks Canada at the Trail Centre in Skagway or Whitehorse before venturing on this 55km (33mi.) trail.
    Address: Room 205, 300 Main St. Whitehorse  YT  Y1A 2B5
    Telephone 1 867 667-3910 
     

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    Dredge #4
    The largest dredge on the continent. The Klondike Valley was ripped apart by the dredge's powerful buckets. A graphic depiction of the past.
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Berton House
    Originally built in 1901, author Pierre Berton grew up in this house. Today it has been completely renovated and now serves as a private retreat for Canadian writers.
    Address: . Dawson City  YT  Canada
    Telephone 1 867 993-5575 
     

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    Town of Elsa
    Elsa was once the headquarters for the United Keno Hill Mines, with its large silver production sites. The mines closed in the late 1980s and forced people out of Elsa leaving behind old structures and its mining past. Elsa is situated on the Silver Trail along with other mining communities of Mayo and Keno.
    Address: Silver Trail Elsa  YT  Canada
     

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    Robert Service Cabin
    Famous Yukon bard who wrote such classics as "The Creamation of Sam McGee" and "The Shooting of Dan McGrew". Open mid-May to September.
    Address: 8th Ave.
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    1901 Post Office
    Historic post office. Mail can be dropped off and stamps purchased.
    Address: 3rd Ave and King St. Dawson  YT
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Teslin Tlingit Heritage Centre
    Learn about the traditions and culture of the Teslin Tlingit First Nation group at this centre featuring displays, masks and artifacts. Visitors can purchase authentic Tlingit art at the gift shop. The centre hosts various community events throughout the year.
    Address: 3 km (1.9 mi) west of Teslin, Alaska Highway Teslin  YT  Canada
    Telephone 1 867 390-2526 
     

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    Jack London Cabin & Interpretive Centre

    Home of the famous American author who wrote "White Fang" and "Call of the Wild". Daily tours and activities. Open 10am to 6pm, May 24 to September 18.
    Address: 8th Ave. and 1st St., Box 389V Dawson  YT  Y0B 1G0
    Send an Email Send an Email (6) Telephone 1 867 993-5575 
     

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    Mount Mye Sheep Centre
    A sheep viewing deck and cabin allow visitors an opportunity to see Fannin sheep in their natural environment. View the interpretive displays and enjoy a picnic area at the cabin.
    Address: Blind Creek Road Faro  YT  Canada
     

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    Tage Cho Hudan Interpretive Centre
    The Tagé Cho Hudän Interpretive Centre displays the past and present culture of the Northern Tutchone people. Visitors can view collections of bone tools, traditional outfits and other exhibits. Outside find a garden with traditional-use plants and a walking trail with First Nation displays.
    Address: North of the Yukon River bridge Carmacks  YT  Canada  Y0B 1C0
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 867 863-5830 
     

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    Kluane National Park Visitor Information Centre
    A visit to this centre will help prepare and educate travellers to the Kluane area providing displays and exhibits, and information on trails, backcountry travel and services.
    Address: P.O. Box 2032 Haines Junction  YT  Canada  Y0B 1L0
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 867 634-2345 
     

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    S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
    View a large Sternwheeler that travelled the Yukon River. Built in 1929, sank in 1936 and rebuilt in 1937 with original machinery. Daily tours, free admission.
    Address: Parks Canada, Room 205 300 Main St. Whitehorse  YT  Y1A 2B5
    Telephone 1 867 667-3910 
     

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    Fort Selkirk
    Fort Selkirk was a former trading post situated between Carmacks and Pelly Crossing. Historic buildings onsite have been restored and allow visitors to learn about the Klondike past. Fort Selkirk is only accessible via boat transportation.
    Address: . Carmacks/Pelly Crossing  YT  Canada
     

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    Harrington's Store
    A "Dawson as They Saw It" photo exhibit. See the Gold-Rush through the eyes of those who were there. Unique and unforgettable photographs. Open from June to late August.
    Address: 3rd Ave. and Princess St. Dawson  YT
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Binet House Interpretive Centre
    Learn about the Silver Trail and Mayo's history through photographs, displays and artifacts at this restored historic building. A gift shop and visitor information services are available onsite.
    Address: Corner of Second Avenue and Centre Street Mayo  YT  Canada
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 867 996-2926 
     

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    Danoja Zho Cultural Centre

    Learn about the heritage and culture of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in people, a First Nation group based in Dawson City. Guided tours are available including dance performances, cultural demonstrations and audiovisual presentations. Guests can visit the gift shop and purchase Aboriginal art and crafts. Located across from the Visitor Information Centre.
    Address: Downtown Dawson City  YT  Canada
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 867 993-6768 


     

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    Bear Creek - Gold Room
    62-acre shop complex and community which supported the Klondike gold days up until 1966. Open June to late August.
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Comissioner's Residence
    Visit the former home of Yukon's Comissioner. The home is a materpiece of heritage restoration, displaying the 1912-1916 era. Tours available from June to late August.
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre

    Discover the Yukon's ice age past. Open daily, end of May to mid-September.
    Address: P.O. Box 2703 Whitehorse  YT  Y1A 2C6
    Telephone 1 867 667-8855 
     
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    Big Jonathan House
    This centre houses the Selkirk First Nation Cultural Centre, showcasing arts, crafts and artifacts. Learn about the history of the Northern Tutchone people and the region. Open from mid-May to mid-September and located next to the Selkirk Grocery Store, south of the Pelly River bridge.
    Address: P.O. Box 40 Pelly Crossing  YT  Canada  Y0B 1P0
    Telephone 1 867 537-3150 
     

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    Visitor Information Centre
    Find an interpretive display on the construction of the Alaska Highway at the Visitor Information Centre in Watson Lake. Pick up local information on services and attractions including a walking tour brochure.
    Address: Km 980/Mile 609, junction of Alaska and Campbell Highways Watson Lake  YT  Canada  Y0A 1C0
    Send an Email Send an Email (2) Telephone 1 867 536-7469 
     

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    Donnenworth House
    The Donnenworth House is the office of the Yukon Historical and Museums Association. Services include historical maps and publications, a reference library and heritage walking tours.
    Address: 3126 3rd Avenue Whitehorse  YT  Canada  Y1A 3T5
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 867 667-4704 
     

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    Steamer Keno
    One of the last sternwheelers to travel the Stewart and Yukon River. Year round viewing.
    Address: Front St. Dawson  YT
    Telephone 1 867 993-7200 
     

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    Kwaday Dan Kenji (Long Ago...Peoples Place)

    Address: Site 3 Comp 101 Whitehorse  YT  Y1A 5W3
    Telephone 1 867 667-6375