ABSTRACT

A comfortable and somewhat Romantic dialogue between art and the lifestyles is on display at the Whyte Museum.

111 Bear Street, Banff , Alberta, CANADA

Endowed by the Peter and Catherine Whyte Foundation

Opened on 6 June 1968 as the Whyte Gallery

Renamed in 1985 (current public name)

15,000 ft2 interior space including exhibition space, library, archives, gift shop and offi ces

14 heritage buildings surrounding the main building and throughout the Banff town site

MISSION

The Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies welcomes those who are drawn to the power and inspiration of these mountains. We are the gateway for experiencing and enjoying its art, culture and history in order to inspire and cultivate knowledge and the exchange of ideas.