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Off the Lip: The Rise of Snowboarding in WhistlerOff the Lip: The Rise of Snowboarding in Whistler

January 19, 2024 Whistler MuseumWhistler Museum 0 Comments

The appearance of snowboarders on the slopes in the late 1980s caused a stir in the Whistler community. Though it was not all sunshine and rainbows at the start, the new “youthful” sport persisted and changed the resort landscape.

The Whistler Museum’s latest temporary exhibit, Off the Lip: The Rise of Snowboarding in Whistler, digs into the beginnings of snowboarding in Whistler, how it has impacted the resort, and what it meant for the snowboarding community around the world.

Off the Lip opens Wednesday, January 31 and will run through April 30, 2024.

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A BC Odyssey: Book LaunchA BC Odyssey: Book Launch

October 23, 2023 Whistler MuseumWhistler Museum 0 Comments

Join us on Monday, November 6th for the exciting launch of A BC Odyssey: Canoeing through British Columbia in 1970 by John Hetherington. This gripping memoir takes readers on a 1200 km canoe trip through rugged landscapes of BC, offering vivid descriptions and captivating encounters. All proceeds from the sale of the book will be contributed to the Whistler Museum’s Building Fund.

The event begins at 6 pm at the Whistler Public Library. To sign up for this event and guarantee your spot, email publicservices@whistlerlibrary.ca.

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Mapping the MountainsMapping the Mountains

September 6, 2023 Whistler MuseumWhistler Museum 0 Comments

On September 9, 1923, Neal Carter and Charles Townsend set out on a two-week journey through Wedge Mountain and Avalanche Pass. During their trip, the two avid mountaineers kept detailed records, took incredible photographs, and identified several features with names we still use today. Come experience the stories behind their adventures!

Mapping the Mountains: The 1923 Carter/Townsend Mountaineering Expedition will run from September 14 through November 14. Join us for an opening reception Thursday, September 14 from 6 – 9 pm.

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