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Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
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This museum is the Northwest Territories' premier cultural institution, offering a deep dive into the region's heritage. Visitors can explore exhibits on Indigenous cultures, the fur trade, and the natural environment, including a full-size replica of a bush plane. The museum also features a collection of art and artifacts that tell the story of the North.
Don't miss
- See the 'Bush Plane' exhibit, featuring a replica of a de Havilland Beaver aircraft.
- Learn about Indigenous cultures through the extensive collection of Dene and Inuit artifacts.
- View the 'Northern People' gallery, which explores the lives of early European explorers and settlers.
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Ways to visit Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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