Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

About this place

Located in Yellowknife, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre is the premier museum and archives of the Northwest Territories. This top cultural attraction features one of Canada’s finest collections of northern Indigenous culture, natural history, and aviation history. Visitors can explore artifacts and exhibits from the Dene,

Why locals love it

"Locals in Yellowknife value Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre as a place that preserves and shares the rich history and cultures of the North. Featuring artifacts and stories from the Dene, Métis, and Inuvialuit, it offers a meaningful connection to northern identity, heritage, and community life."

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