MacBride Museum Sings
I had heard Yukon musicians were sometimes showcased at MacBride Museum. The idea of a museum as a music hall was rather intriguing and I […]
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An Old-fashioned public reading at Jack London Square
Of the five writers who have attracted folks to come and visit buildings and gravesites in the Klondike, that are attached to their names, Jack London was the first.
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Celebrating with Land and Light
The Land and Light Gallery, part of MacBride’s new expansion, will open July 5 and will feature 11 of Ted Harrison’s paintings.
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‘Canadian Ice Man’ tells his story
Editor’s Note: This is part two of two highlighting Kwädąy Dän Ts’ìnchį: Teachings from Long Ago Person Found. It was introduced during the Haines Junction
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The Northern Review remembers World War I
Volume 44 of The Northern Review contains the complete list of the papers from The North and the First World War Conference that was held in Whitehorse, and in Dawson City, May 9-12 2016.
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles
The history of how we move is full of wild and wondrous stories about survival, romance, perseverance and everyday life. It’s also a great lens
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Explore, Dance, and Learn
February is known as Black History Month, March is known as Women’s History Month. In the Yukon, January could be known as Yukon History Month.
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Ironing it Out
No matter how often you visit Sid van der Meer’s Bordertown Garage and Museum in Beaver Creek, there is always more to see. Many people
The Yukon Transportation Museum is 25
A quarter century is a long time; however, 25 years ago the building the Yukon Transportation Museum (YTM) calls home was already old. The structure
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A Trip Through Dog Mushing Past and Present: Dawson area resident runs year-round dog mushing museum
Kyia Bouchard was in her mid-50s when she discovered dog mushing. One year later, she left her life in New York City behind and relocated
Visitors Countdown
Sawdust, grass and gravel are flying, there is painting to be done, tidying and dusting—the rural museums around the territory are gearing for the tourist
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Miners Have a Bone to Pick with Pre-History
There’s a lot more than gold in them thar hills and creeks in the Klondike. Aside from all kinds of other minerals that just don’t
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Virtual Stampeders
So, you are not the type to visit a museum … or your latest trip to a museum has left you wanting to learn more.
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Museums Can Pull Double Duty
Museums in the Yukon are becoming more than just a one-time stop over for many visitors and Yukoners. The variety of programs and services offered
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Free Rides On That ‘Other’ Train
I’m sure that most of you are aware of the little yellow trolley that chugs along the waterfront every summer. But what you may not
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Museums Are Even Funner This Week
Over the past year, a few people have pointed out the perceived oxymoron in the title of this column. “Museums are not fun,” they say.
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