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

Daily Walking Tours. April 24-June 14, 2026 Discover Whistler’s history on a one-hour guided walking tour led by local guides. Tours depart daily at 11:00 a.m. from the Visitor Centre on Gateway Drive and are offered by donation throughout June, July, August, and September. Private tours and group bookings are also available.

2026 Whistler Museum AGM. Friday June 26, 2026. If you are planning to attend the AGM, please RSVP by 2 pm on Wednesday, June 24. Simply email us at events @ whistlermuseum.org. If you are looking to renew your membership or are unsure about the status of your membership, give us a call at 604-932-2019. Memberships are also now available to renew online here.

__Latest Whistorical Posts

Museum Musings: How Whistler helped shape mountain bike media

Featured Image: Kranked 1 to 5 on DVD. Photo Whistler Museum Collection. Today, mountain bike media and Whistler are almost inseparable. From 1990s freeride films, coverage of Crankworx and viral videos such as I Only Ride Park and Ferda… Read more
A look back at the local census 105 years ago

Featured Image: Alta Lake’s original general store and post office, located at Rainbow Lodge, 1920s. Philip Collection In 1921, fewer than 100 people lived in the place now known as Whistler. That’s according to the… Read more
Jurassic Park : Blackcomb is 50-70 million years older than Whistler

Featured Image: Prospector Henry ‘Harry’ Horstman arrived in 1913. Though Horstman Glacier and Hut on Blackcomb are named after him, he did not stake any claims on the mountain. Photo: Brock Collection. ‘The Fault of… 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.

2026 AGM

2026 Whistler Museum Annual General Meeting

Friday June 26, 2026. 5:30 p.m.

If you are planning to attend the AGM, please RSVP by 2 pm on Wednesday, June 24. Simply email us at events @ whistlermuseum.org. If you are looking to renew your membership or are unsure about the status of your membership, give us a call at 604-932-2019. Memberships are also now available to renew online here.