Whistler Museum and Archives Society

__ Whistler Museum

Come visit to learn about Whistler’s history from wilderness to world-class resort. The Whistler Museum tells Whistler’s stories from early fun-loving summer lodge operators, to the creation of Whistler Blackcomb, to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and beyond.

We are located behind the Whistler Public Library, in the heart of Whistler Village.

Hours

Monday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Admission

The Museum is open by donation
(suggested $5 per person).

News / Updates

Thanksgiving: The Whistler Museum will be closing early on Sunday October 11 at 3 p.m. and will be closed on Monday October 12. We will reopen on Tuesday for our regular hours at 11 a.m.[Posted – October 7, 2026]

Crafts in the Park : Crafts in the Park is back! This partner program with the Whistler Public Library features stories and crafts in Florence Petersen Park. Wednesdays, July 8 – August 19, 11am – 12pm. Learn more about the program and watch videos of previous weeks’ crafts here.[Posted – July 9, 2026]

__Latest Whistorical Posts

Bob the Dog and the Municipal Election of 1993

Featured photo: Residents casting their vote at Myrtle Philip Community School. Turnout was down thirty-five percent. Whistler Question Collection, Bonny Makarewicz. Over the last fifty years, the Resort Municipality of Whistler has seen nine mayors… Read more
When the mountain bike industry came to Whistler | 1987

Featured photo: Richard Kelly going over the descent down Whistler Mountain with the “Delegation.” September 1987. Courtesy of Leanna Rathkelly. In the summer of 1987, some of the biggest names in the emerging mountain biking… Read more
The Karen Kögler Fonds: Documenting life through photography and self-reflection

Written by Atessa Showrai Featured photo: Karen climbing Nordic Rock, c. 1990s. “Either go or fall” – Karen Kögler. Climbing, Mountaineering, Hiking, and Outdoor Adventures Log Book. Karen Kögler was an avid rock climber and… Read more

Walking Tours

DAILY (by Donation!) Walking Tours JOIN US!

The tour is approximately one hour long and is for all ages. Walking Tours begin at 11am daily in June, July, August & September and each tour is led by a Whistler local, each with their own personal knowledge of Whistler’s story to add. Meeting at the Visitor Centre on Gateway Dr., these tours are offered by donation. For groups of 10 or more, please contact the Whistler Museum. Private tours can also be arranged throughout the year.

Crafts in the Park

Every Wednesday 11-Noon, July 8-Aug 19

Join us each week for a fun craft and storytime about the local wildlife! No pre-registration required. Recommended for children 8 and under with an adult. In partnership with the Whistler Public Library.

Learn more about the program and watch videos of previous weeks’ crafts here.