You can’t miss the eye-catching mural covering one side of the Whistler Museum. Painted by local artist, Kris Kupskay, it features Whistler’s most famous pioneer, Myrtle Philip, who built Rainbow Lodge in 1914 where people came to fish, hike, and honeymoon – Whistler’s first step into tourism.
The Whistler Museum invites you to discover the Whistler you don’t know. From Whistler’s colourful pioneers to the bid for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, the museum uncovers Whistler’s best kept secrets, mountain moments, and natural history. Their tickle trunk is a hit with the kids, and if you’re looking for an Instagram-worthy shot, take a snap holding a real 2010 Olympic torch.
Did You Know?
In the summer the museum takes you outside for their Valley of Dreams Walking Tour. This by-donation, hour-long tour starts just outside the Visitors Information Centre at 1pm daily in June, July, and August. The guides are passionate Whistler locals who know some great stories about the valley – ask them how you cook muskrat stew…
Note: This video is from 2015, but it gives you a good idea of what to expect!
Our Tip
Take a look at the museums events page on their website as they often host speaker series that talk about mountain culture, history, expeditions, mountain adventures and environmental issues.
Upcoming Events
For all upcoming arts and culture, events check out our What’s On page, below is what’s happening at the Whistler Museum…
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