City: Dawson City
Top Things to do in Dawson City
Things to do in Dawson City, Canada: The Best Museums
The Town of the City of Dawson, commonly known as Dawson City or Dawson, is a town in Yukon, Canada. It is inseparably linked to the Klondike Gold Rush (1896–99). Its population was 1,375 as of the 2016 census.
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1. Dawson City Museum
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4.5 based on 217 reviews
This museum documents the history of Dawson City, with an emphasis on the Gold Rush era.
Reviewed By JenniferandAlan - Easton, United States
The museum is housed in the Old Territorial Administration Building so your history lesson begins even before entering. The exhibits take you from prehistory through the Gold Rush. You learn how the lives of the First Nations people were changed by the fur trade then by the Gold Rush. The story of the Gold Rush is told through the stampeders, the entrepreneurs, and the soiled doves. The history of Dawson City from tent town to the Paris of the North is portrayed through exhibits. The use of the many mannequins dressed in the clothing of the time being part of the exhibits instead of just using the furniture really brings the era to life. Take your time to read the descriptions to really get a feel for the times. As a newly minted senior, I found I was really interested in the "artifacts" as I had used several of them myself. Don't miss the court room upstairs. Enjoy!
2. Claim 33 Gold Panning
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4.5 based on 85 reviews
We are a combination gold panning & antique mining museum located in the heart of the Klondike Gold fields. Come learn how to pan. Current cost is $15.75/Pan including tax. Gold is guaranteed! There is no charge to visit our informal Museum and take photos if you wish. We are open mid May to mid September. We also feature gold nugget and mammoth ivory jewelry, northern books in several languages , souvenirs , and cold drinks and snacks. We rent pans and shovels for use at Claim #6 for a cost of $2.10/Each incl tax.(Visitors who pan at Claim 33 are not charged a rental fee for a pan and/or shovel to use at Claim 6) Lots of on site parking. Types of payment accepted: Cash, cheque, travelers' cheque, invoice, Debit, Visa ,and Mastercard.
Reviewed By helenlimyl - Singapore, Singapore
It was a very interesting experience to be given a pan of pay dirt, for us to work through, at the sluice box. This is NOT easy. Our short experience certainly gives us newfound respect for the dedication, hard work and tireless efforts of the early gold panners. It is incredulous that most of them did this for months, if not years. Their resolution to strike gold is indeed commendable. Most of us will end up with a few flakes of tiny gold, so be persistent and work through finishing your pay dirt. You can then pay for your 'rich' findings to be encased in pendants or earrings. Otherwise, they keep them in a plastic vial for you to take home. Do try this fun and 'rewarding' attraction to partake of a Yukon Gold rush experience, albeit for a few 'back- breaking' minutes only. Helen Lim Singapore
3. Danoja Zho Cultural Centre
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By IvanOttawa - Ottawa, Canada
A small but very interesting cultural centre. You learn so much about the Danoja Zho culture which is fascinating. We had a tour with a young 19 year old First Nations guide who was absolutely fantastic! He had so many insights and stories that helped everyone perhaps understand Canadian First Nations history in a new light! A must visit!!!
4. Dawson Firefighter Museum
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Frenchie_Cub - Calgary, Canada
Donation Entry - If you have 30 to 40 minutes to kill, please stop by the Dawson Firefighters Museum on the main strip. It is worth the stop and you'll learn a great deal about the history of Dawson City and the former fire stations.
5. Jack London Museum
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4.0 based on 85 reviews
Tucked in a quiet corner of Dawson City, this quaint museum is dedicated entirely to the life and writing of White Fang author Jack London. Browse through historical archives and photographs while learning about London’s adventures before, during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Explore the museum on your own, or visit during one of our interactive and informative presentations. As an extra treat, take a peek inside the home where London resided during his days as a Klondike gold seeker; complete with period appropriate furnishing and objects fit for a stampeder. This replica is built from half of the logs from London’s original cabin, which was located on the North Fork of Henderson Creek; the other half resides in London’s hometown of Oakland, California.
Reviewed By mefmacy - Anchorage, United States
The Museum contains lots of old photos and memorabilia from Londons sojourn in the North. The docent really knew her stuff and goes out of her way to engage visitors from every art of the world. After much research, effort, and expense, Jack's cabin was moved to this site in 1969 from about 70 miles up river. Half of it is original; the other half resides in Jack London Square in Oakland, CA.
6. S.S. Keno National Historic Site
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4.0 based on 81 reviews
The SS Keno is part of the Klondike National Historic Sites in Dawson City, run by Parks Canada. For information on tours, visit the website or stop by the Visitor Information Centre on Front street between May and September.
Reviewed By insidejuneau - Juneau, United States
This is a walk through living history museum. Onboard you can see the engine room, crew quarters, passenger cabins, ship offices, and galley. There are Docents there to talk about the museum and life on the river. It was inexpensive and intresting. We had a fabulous time. You can wander about alone if you like or spend time with the park rangers.
7. ODD Gallery
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
