Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre

The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre is a museum in Yellowknife that displays collections about the history and cultures of the Northwest Territories. The permanent and temporary exhibitions cover the region's development from early times to the present and include various thematic areas.

Construction of the building began in 1975 and it was officially opened in 1979, replacing the earlier Museum of the North. The facility was created as a new center for preserving and documenting regional history and culture.

The center displays artifacts, documents, and photographs belonging to Indigenous nations of the Northwest Territories. Visitors can explore the craftsmanship, traditional ways of life, and artistic expressions of these communities through the collections on view.

The facility is accessible to all visitors and offers research facilities and educational programs for those seeking deeper engagement. Plan to spend two to three hours to explore the exhibitions thoroughly.

The center serves as both a museum and the official archives of the territories, housing more than just public displays. This means it holds access to records and documents that are rarely seen elsewhere.

Location: Northwest Territories

Inception: 1979

Official opening: 1979

Operator: Culture and Heritage Department of Education, Culture, and Employment

Address: 4750 48 St, Yellowknife, NT X1A 3T5

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

Phone: +18677679347

Website: http://pwnhc.ca

GPS coordinates: 62.45610,-114.38000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:04