DIGITAL LIBRARY

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A Lifetime of Work: Chic Scott's Collection and Upcoming Projects at the Whyte Museum

A look at Chic Scott's work with the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, including his upcoming project "Pushing the Limits: The Legacy".

Nov 24, 20216 min read

“What Is a Ski Map?”: Murray Hay and the Ski Maps of the Canadian Rockies

Exploring the personal papers, drafts, and portfolio of commercial artist Murray Hay, who hand-painted ski maps in the Canadian Rockies.

Nov 23, 20217 min read

Conscientious Objectors in the Bow Valley

Situated on the bank of Brewster Creek, near the Sunshine Road junction was a work camp specifically for conscientious objectors.

Nov 23, 20215 min read

One Hundred Years: Tragedy on Mount Eon

One hundred years have passed since the plight of Mrs. Margaret Stone (née Winter). On July 24, 1921, tragedy struck the couple.

Sep 15, 20213 min read

Defining Wilderness: Mapping the Boundaries of Banff National Park

2021 Lillian Agnes Jones Fellowship Recipient, Felix Mayer discusses the boundary of Banff National Park and the power of mapmaking.

Sep 15, 20215 min read

Roy Andersen: A Remembrance

A journey through the life of Roy Andersen, one of the Whyte Museum’s most loyal supporters, who died on August 19, 2021.

Sep 15, 20213 min read

Archival Highlights: Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies

The story of the birth and growth of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies.

Sep 15, 20214 min read

Ethically Listening to the Archives

In Ethically Listening to the Archives, 2021 Lillian Agnes Jones Fellowship Recipient, Tyler J Stewart discusses access to materials.

Sep 15, 20217 min read

Lillian Agnes Jones Fellowship

Back to the Cairn In 2001, the Peter and Catharine Whyte Foundation/Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies received a bequest from the...

Sep 15, 20212 min read

Fireside Chat with Lloyd "Kiwi" Gallagher

Lloyd "Kiwi" Gallagher is a mountaineer, guide and rescue specialist. He is also a devoted husband and father. A pioneer of helicopter...

Sep 1, 20211 min read

Fireside Chat with Glen Boles

Glen was introduced to mountain climbing by Heinz Kahl, a new arrival in Canada from Germany, and immediately fell in love with high...

Aug 21, 20211 min read

Shifting Focus: Educational Engagement

By Jen Royal, Manager of Education Back to The Cairn Since the start of the pandemic, the Whyte Museum has had to transform its thinking....

Jul 21, 20212 min read

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Please note our galleries are closed until April 29th. The bookstore remains open, and tours are available.

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