The century-old Whyte Museum is more than just a rainy-day option. It boasts a beautiful gallery displaying some great pieces on an ever-changing basis, while the permanent collection tells the story of Banff and the hardy men and women who forged a home among the mountains.
Attached to the museum is an archive with thousands of photographs spanning the history of the town and park; these are available for reprint. The museum also gives out leaflets for a self-guided Banff Culture Walk .