Prince Albert Historical Museum
Tourism Region: Western Central
Established and operated by the Prince Albert Historical Society to preserve and exhibit artifacts related to the history of Prince Albert and area.
About the Collections
Established by the Prince Albert Historical Society to portray the history of Prince Albert and area.
Old fire hall; exhibits on local history; NWMP; wars; First Nations' industries (logging, brick making etc.); river boats; railway; coins; rocks; toys; furniture; clothing; art; photographs; archives; William James Photography Collection.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: 7000
Archives
Archival records pertaining to Prince Albert and area.
Cartographic Materials •
Prints and Drawings •
Manuscripts •
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Sound Recordings •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Early Settlers, Artifacts, costumes, household items.
Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery •
Costumes •
Furniture or Furnishings •
Glass •
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork •
Musical Instruments •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
Incidental donated items.
Culture:
Canadian
Period:
Historical
Media:
Photography •
Prints and Drawings •
Sketchbooks or Albums
Miscellaneous:
Folk Art •
War Art
Other:
Fine silver tea server.
Human History
A wide variety of early Settlers Artifacts.
Agriculture
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Archaeological Objects
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Ceremonial Objects
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Chemistry
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Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices
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Communications Devices
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Costumes and Accessories
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Currency
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Electricity
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Exploration and Survey
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Forestry
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Household Objects or Domestic Technology
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Imaging
: Photographs
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Industrial Technology and History
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Local History
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Manuscripts
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Masks
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Medals
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Memorabilia
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Military History and Technology
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Musical Instruments
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Oral History
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Religious or Liturgical Objects
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Sports Equipment
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Toys and Games
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Transportation
: Aviation
: Marine
: Railway
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Weapons
Services & Activities
Local history research
Research Services
We will research public requests and supervise researchers, within reason.
Archival Records •
Genealogical Research •
Library
Educational Programs
School tours and activities
Family Programs
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School Programs
Other: Evening presentations on the history of Prince Albert
Examples: Early transportation, Riverboats.
Visitor Services
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Accessible by Public Transportation
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Information Centre or Desk
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Parking Facilities
: Charged
: Bus
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Reminiscence or Oral History Kits
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Gift shop
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Washrooms
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Special Needs Facilities
: Washrooms
: Wheelchairs available
: Wheelchair access
Other: First floor only access for disabled, however videos of the inaccessible areas are available for viewing.
Other Guided Tours: Walking tours of the city of Prince Albert on request.
Bus tours upon request.
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available
Activities: Archival research
Member Privileges
Free admission to the Museum and Tea Room.
Food Services
Tea Room. Special annual memberships are available to provide free ongoing access to the Tea Room.
Snack Bar or Vending Machines
Publications and Products
Lucy Maud Montgomery
Louis Riel
Brick Companies - Voice of the People
Brochures •
Commemorative Souvenirs
Map
Location
| Address: |
10 River St. East Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 8A9 See Map |
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| Telephone: | (306) 764-2992 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Seasonal
Mid May to end of August
Open also by special appointment during the off-season.
Open: Every day, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed:
September - mid-May
Admission:
Charged
Adults $2.00
Children $1.00
Donations accepted
