Northern Life Museum & Cultural Centre and its collection

The Northern Life Museum, situated in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories, Canada, is a significant cultural institution that houses an extensive collection of over 13,000 artifacts. These artifacts represent the rich history and diverse cultures of the North, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the region's past and its people.

Themed Displays at the Museum

The Northern Life Museum offers a variety of themed displays that provide a glimpse into the life and history of the North. These include an authentic northern trading post, a typical northern kitchen from the 1940s, two mounted adult bison, a traditional trapper's cabin, a 1965 Polaris Sno-Traveler, and a river bank scene featuring a birch bark canoe. These exhibits offer a unique and immersive experience for visitors.

Outdoor Aboriginal Cultural Centre

In addition to its indoor exhibits, the Northern Life Museum also hosts an outdoor Aboriginal Cultural Centre. This centre showcases the traditional ways of life of Canada's first peoples before European contact in the early 1800s. It features a functional cold cache, smokehouse, and tipi that are available for public use, offering visitors a hands-on experience of traditional Aboriginal living.

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Northern Life Museum & Cultural Centre
110 King St
NT X0E 0P0 Fort Smith

Visitor information Northern Life Museum & Cultural Centre

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 12:00
13:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 12:00
13:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 12:00
13:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 12:00
13:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 12:00
13:00 – 17:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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Location & Map

110 King St, Fort Smith

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