Haida Heritage Centre at Kaay Llnagaay

The Haida Heritage Centre is dedicated to conserving and making accessible the human and natural history of Haida Gwaii/ the Queen Charlotte Islands through exhibitions, research and public programs. Opened in July 2007, the 53,000 sq.ft., building is located at the site of the old Haida seaside village of Kaay Llnagaay - Sea Lion Town. The Centre's features include the Haida Gwaii Museum, canoe house, performing house, carving shed, the Bill Reid Teaching Centre, a gift shop and cafe. Information and orientations on Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve and Haida Heritage Site also take place there. Parks Canada provides daily visitor orientations and evening presentations in one of the classrooms at the Centre. The Centre, which is a series of longhouses connected by interior walkways and fronted by six traditional totem poles representing each of the 14 clans, resembles a Haida seaside village. Exhibits focus on the history, culture and art of the Haida, including contemporary Haida issues and the work of present-day artists.

About the Collections

Haida Gwaii Museum collections include several categories relevant
to the human and natural history of the Queen Charlotte Islands.
Human history collections focus on the archaeology, cultural
history and the arts of the Haida. A small collection of domestic and industrial
artifacts related to the settlement of the islands by missionaries
and white settlers beginning at the turn of the century. Natural science
collections include fossils, endemic birds and mammals, and insects.

Approximate number of objects in the collections: approximat

Archives

Archival collections include approximately 5000 historical photographs, 150 hours of recorded Haida oral history; records, correspondance, manuscripts, and original drawings connected to the recorded history of the Queen Charlotte Islands.

Prints and Drawings • Manuscripts • Photographs • Sound Recordings • Textual Records

Decorative Arts

Costumes • Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork • Textiles or Tapestries

Fine Arts

Works by Haida artists and other resident artists of Haida Gwaii/ the Queen Charlotte Islands

Culture:
Canadian • Aboriginal or First Nations

Period:
Contemporary • Modern
Other Period: Haida Art-20th century collection.
Canadian contemporary art collection.

Media:
Painting • Photography • Prints and Drawings • Sculpture

Miscellaneous:
Folk Art

Other:
Haida art

Human History

Archaeological Objects • Ceremonial Objects • Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices • Communications Devices • Computing Technology • Costumes and Accessories • Fisheries • Forestry • Furniture or Furnishings • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Imaging : Photographs • Industrial Technology and History • Local History • Manuscripts • Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints • Marine History and Technology • Medals • Medical History and Technology • Musical Instruments • Oral History • Printing and Bookbinding • Toys and Games • Weapons • Transportation

Natural Sciences

Fossils, birds, plants, mammals and insects of the Queen Charlotte Islands.

Plants and Animals (Biological Collections)
Endangered Species • Zooarchaeological Specimens • Botany : Fungi : Non-Vascular Plants : Lichens : Vascular Plants • Zoology : Spiders (Arachnida) : Insects (Insecta) : Vertebrates : Birds (Aves) : Mammals (Mammalia) • Scientific Specimens • Aquatic Organisms

Earth Science and Geological Collections
Rocks

Paleontological Collections
Fossil Microorganisms (Micropaleontology) • Fossil Invertebrates (Invertebrate Paleontology)

Services & Activities

Tours, Gift Shop, cafe, Special needs facilities, washrooms, classrooms and performing house for rent and free parking.

Research Services

Archival Records • Library

Educational Programs

Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Films • Internships • Lectures • School Programs : Age 5-11 (k-6) •

Visitor Services

Bilingual Services • Films and Videos • Children's Activities or Services : Nursing area or Change Table • Information Centre or Desk • Meeting Room Rental • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Parking Facilities : Free : Bus • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Parking : Washrooms : Wheelchairs available : Wheelchair access • Washrooms • Guided Tours : English • Audio Guides : English •

Volunteer Services

Volunteer Services Available

Number of Volunteers: 25

Member Privileges

Free admmission
Invitations to opening events, lectures, newsletter

Food Services

Traditional Haida-style cuisine as well as popular snacks and other light meals. Visitors may experience the preparation and preservation of traditional foods in the Haala Ga Taa Restaurant. See the Centre's website for details.

Cafeteria • Snack Bar or Vending Machines • Picnic Area • Reception Facilities • Restaurant

Internet Services

General Information

Local Tourism Links

Local Attractions • Other Services

Publications and Products

British Columbia

Books • Educational kits • Newsletters • Postcards • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Videos
Other: Haida art, culture and history.

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