What to do and see in Prince Rupert, Canada: The Best Museums

November 7, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Situated off the shores of continental British Columbia on secluded Kaien Island, Prince Rupert is steeped in the history of the Pacific Northwest. The area is the heart of Tsimshian Nation and is home also to other First Nations, including Haida, Gitksan and Nisga'a people. Visitors can learn more about the land's original inhabitants at the First Nations Carving Shed or by taking a guided tour of Prince Rupert's impressive Totem Pole collection, featuring both Tsimshian and Haida works.
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1. Museum of Northern British Columbia

100 First Ave., Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 3S1 Canada +1 250-624-3207 [email protected] http://www.museumofnorthernbc.com
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4.5 based on 289 reviews

Museum of Northern British Columbia

Learn about the history and culture of Northwest Canada from thousands of years ago as well during the 1800's.

Reviewed By tallt2016

A much needed escape from a rainy day - perfect spot to see some neat stuff and spend some time out of the rain

2. The Prince Rupert Visitor Centre & Port Interpretive Centre

215 Cow Bay Rd, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 1A2 Canada +1 250-624-4559 [email protected] http://www.rupertport.com/community/port-interpretive-centre
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

The Prince Rupert Visitor Centre & Port Interpretive Centre

The Prince Rupert Visitor Centre is located in the Port Interpretive Centre on the ground floor of the Atlin Terminal in the historic Cow Bay district of Prince Rupert. If you’re planning a trip anywhere in BC, or are in Prince Rupert visiting yourself, our informative and friendly staff are available to help you discover our nature or help you plan your next destination. The Port Interpretive Centre tells the story of the Port of Prince Rupert. It is a story that stretches from 10,000 years ago -- when the area served as a vital trading hub for the Ts’msyen First Nation -- to the present, with the rapid growth of the port's commerce in containers, coal, and grain. A highlight for visitors of all ages is the Interactive Trade Route Simulator, a sensory feature that allows visitors to select a commodity and ‘launch’ a ship to visualize the supply chain of imports and exports flowing through the Port of Prince Rupert.

Reviewed By donaldmJ5669BE

Very helpful and knowledgable staff, we came away with lots of advice and information, from bus timetables to where to visit

3. Kwinitsa Station Railway Museum & Park

Bill Murray Drive, Prince Rupert, British Columbia Canada +1 250-624-3207 http://museumofnorthernbc.com/exhibits/kwinitsa-railway-museum
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Kwinitsa Station Railway Museum & Park

4. Prince Rupert Fire Museum Society

200 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 1A8 Canada +1 250-624-2211 http://www.princerupertlibrary.ca/fire/
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4.0 based on 23 reviews

Prince Rupert Fire Museum Society

215 Cow Bay Rd Suite 190, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 1A2 Canada +1 250-624-4546 http://www.icehousegallery.ca/contact-us.html
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Ice House Gallery

6. Prince Rupert City & Regional Archives

424 3rd Ave W, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J 1L7 Canada +1 250-624-3326 http://Www.princerupertarchives.ca
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