Lantern Slides
Winter events and programs now available! Book your spot today.
Open Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Upcoming Exhibition
The Ancestors Are Talking
Paintings by the Indigenous Seven
The Whyte is proud to present The Ancestors Are Talking – Paintings by the Indigenous Seven, a landmark exhibition running from May 2 to October 19, 2025. Curated by acclaimed artist and the last living member of the Indigenous Group of Seven, Joseph M. Sánchez, alongside The Whyte's curators Dawn Saunders Dahl and Christina Cuthbertson, this exhibition celebrates the groundbreaking artwork of the Professional Native Indian Artists Inc. (PNIAI), colloquially known as the Indigenous Group of Seven.
MAY 2 - OCTOBER 19, 2025
Norval Morrisseau. Woman and Child in the Rocky Mountains.
1985. Acrylic on canvas. 48” by 36”
Current Exhibition
MELTDOWN
A Drop in Time
In honour of the 2025 United Nations International Year of Glaciers' Preservation, MELTDOWN showcases a powerful collection of artworks focusing on glacial landscapes by Jim Elzinga, Roger Vernon, Tiffany Shaw, and Leanne Allison. This exhibition draws viewers deep into the heart of Canada’s glaciers for an unparalleled immersive experience.
JANUARY 25 - APRIL 13, 2025
Jim Elzinga/Roger Vernon. Turbulence. October 2023.
Laminated Archival Pigment Print.
OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
Lillian Agnes Jones Scholarship
The 2025/26 Lillian Agnes Jones Scholarship is now open for applications, supporting research and studies on the history and culture of Western Canada.
As an arts institution and archives in Banff National Park, The Whyte fosters research on nationalism, nature preservation, art, colonialism, tourism, and resource extraction. This program supports artists, scholars, writers, and curators in exploring Banff’s complex histories, encouraging work that preserves its natural and cultural heritage. The Whyte welcomes applications from all Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Research Canadian Rockies history and culture
Open Tuesday – Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Appointments are strongly recommended.
Please e-mail your inquiries to archives@whyte.org
