When our eyes touch invites visitors to look again at Catharine and Peter Whyte’s portraits, relationships, and legacy. Through archival research, community engagement, and close attention to portraiture, the exhibition explores intimacy, agency, colonial context, and the humanity behind familiar stories of The Whyte’s founders.
On May 2nd, 2026, The Whyte hosted a special curator’s talk with Crystal Mowry, Curator of Thick as Thieves, in conversation with Christina Cuthbertson, Chief Curator at The Whyte.
Every summer, The Whyte’s Museum Interpreters bring Banff’s art, history and culture to life. Meet this year’s team and discover how their guided tours help visitors connect with the stories, people and places that shaped the Canadian Rockies. From the Heritage Gallery and Historic Homes to walking tours and summer exhibitions, each experience offers a fresh way to see Banff.