4 Places to Find the Best of Banff's Art

February 20, 2025

The Art Scene in Banff National Park is Worth a Tour

Banff National Park is steeped in history and is home to many fantastic galleries, art shows, performances, and museums that showcase this. There are unlimited opportunities to learn and be inspired by local artists and the history of the park. While many come to Banff to visit the mountains, breathe the fresh mountain air, and take in the scenery, make sure to check out the art scene in Banff on your next visit. A rainy or restful day visiting the galleries will give you a fresh appreciation and perspective on the mountain town. Here you'll find all the information on some of the best galleries in Banff to give yourself an art tour of Banff.

The Banff Centre

While visiting Banff, make sure to check out the Walter Phillips Gallery which is located in Glyde Hall in the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. You will find various forms of contemporary art held in this gallery. The Banff Centre is known to host world renowned performances, artists, and programs, and is home to the infamous Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival & World Tour. For those visitors who wish to learn more about the history and current performances and activities going on this summer go to:

https://www.banffcentre.ca/

This summer the Banff Centre will hold over 65 events with 35 or more of them cost free. Don’t miss an incredible opportunity during your next trip to Banff National Park to catch an evening of creativity and performance.


Walter Phillips Gallery

Hours: 

12:30 PM - 5 PM Wednesday - Sunday 

Location: 100 St Julien Road

The Whyte Musuem

The Whyte Museum was founded by some of Banff’s early settlers Peter and Catharine Whyte who have an ongoing installation in the museum of countless paintings of Banff’s outdoor scene. This gallery is committed to sustainability, community, and to enriching the experiences of those who visit the National Park.


Hours: 10 AM - 5 PM, Everyday

Location: 111 Bear Street

Canada House Gallery

The Canada House Gallery is located just a skip, hop, and a jump away from Brewster Mountain Lodge on Bear Street. The gallery proudly hosts an array of Canadian artists, a few local artsits, some Inuit artists, and many who are recognized across Canada and internationally. Don’t be intimidated by the gallery’s amazing display of talent, their doors are open for all to come take a look.


Hours: 

10 AM - 5 PM Sunday - Thursday

10 AM - 7PM Friday & Saturday

Location: 201 Bear Street

Buffalo Nations Luxton Musuem

The Buffalo Nations Luxton Museum was created as a space to encourage learning about past and present ties Banff National Park has with First Nations peoples who have long lived in the area long before the town of Banff was established. You can find pieces of history such as visuals, documentation, and cultural artifacts at the Luxton Museum. To find out what kind of events the museum will be hosting this summer go to:

https://www.buffalonationsmuseum.com/content/events

Hours: 10 AM - 6PM, Everyday 

Location: 1 Birch Avenue

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