__ Whistler Museum
Come visit to learn about Whistler’s history from wilderness to world-class resort. The Whistler Museum tells Whistler’s stories from early fun-loving summer lodge operators, to the creation of Whistler Blackcomb, to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and beyond.
We are located behind the Whistler Public Library, in the heart of Whistler Village.
Hours
Monday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission
The Museum is open by donation
(suggested $5 per person).
News / Updates
April 1st Speakers Series: Thrashing History: The Evolution of Skateboarding in Whistler.
7:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm with Vinyl Ritchie spinning 45s on the decks!) The Whistler Skatepark turns 35 this year…(with a list of accolades accompanying this anniversary)! Join us for a night of presentations, discussion and banter as this eclectic panels reflects on the history and evolution of skateboarding in Whistler. Guests Speakers include: Jim Barnum, Whistler Skatepark Designer; Jon Martin, Passionate Skate Nerd/Shop Rat; Jibber, Transition rider and Trophy Wife Stunt Double and Juliette Pelchat and Maggie Crompton of the Real Wild Kittens. Vinyl Ritchie — spinning tunes — before, after and in between... CLICK HERE for TICKETS! Also available at the museum. [Posted March 17, 2026]
April 13 Speakers Series: Recording the Scene: The POWerful History of Local Snowboard Documentation
7:00 pm.
Lights, Camera, Action, Pen, Pods and POW! Join an eclectic crew of snowboarding documenters for an evening of discussion, reflection and…! Speakers include: Dano Pendygrasse, Jeff Patterson, Gabe Langlois, Erin Hogue, Jody Wachniak, Shmobb and Colin Whyte. CLICK HERE for TICKETS! Also available at the museum. [Posted March 23, 2026]
April 17 – ICON GONE: 7:00 pm at The MAURY YOUNG CENTRE
In a lively evening of friendly competition (tinged with debaucherous debate…it is, after all, 19+), six notable local Whistlerites will take to the stage and argue for what they think is the largest loss in the landmark of Whistler-specific icons. The audience (through applause-and-yell-o-metre) along with a panel of equally notable judges will crown a champion. Nudity was the winner of last year’s debate. Citta’ (pronounced Cheetah’s, for those who don’t know), the runner up. CLICK HERE for TICKETS! [Posted March 24, 2026]
Exhibition Opening: Building the Spirit: Volunteers of the 2010 Games
The Whistler Museum is re-mounting this exhibit in honour of the vital role that volunteers played in realizing the 2010 Whistler Olympic Games. The exhibit will feature stories and artefacts of the volunteers and community members who made the Games a unique experience in Whistler. Join us for Opening Night and our Speaker’s Series event to share your own tales of 2010 and show off your Olympic memorabilia … (we’re betting a lot of you still have those red mitts and blue coats)! Exhibit closes March 29.
Looking forward to welcoming you! [Posted January 26, 2026]
New Museum Facility: Visit the Whistler Museum for a first look at the proposed design for our future home. Explore architectural renderings and early exhibit concepts for a sustainable, purpose-built facility, and share your thoughts on the stories, themes, and experiences you’d like to see featured in Whistler’s new museum. The physical presentation will be on display at the Museum until January 4. Find out more here [Posted Dec 1, 2025]
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Speakers Series
Thrashing History: The Evolution of Skateboarding in Whistler
Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 pm. The Whistler Skatepark turns 35 this year…(with a list of accolades accompanying this anniversary)! Join us for a night of presentations, discussion and banter as this eclectic panels reflects on the history and evolution of skateboarding in Whistler.
Guests Speakers include: Jim Barnum, Whistler Skatepark Designer; Jon Martin, Passionate Skate Nerd/Shop Rat; Jen ‘Jibber’ Godbout, Transition rider and Trophy Wife Stunt Double and Juliette Pelchat and Maggie Crompton of the Real Wild Kittens. Vinyl Ritchie — spinning tunes — before, after and in between…Doors open at 6:30 pm with Vinyl Ritchie spinning 45s on the decks!
Tickets are available here.
Speakers Series
Recording the Scene: The POWerful History of Local Snowboarding Documentation
Monday, April 13 at 7:00 pm.
Lights, Camera, Action, Pen, Pods and POW! Join an eclectic crew of snowboarding documenters for an evening of discussion, reflection and…more!
Guests Speakers include: Dano Pendygrasse, Jeff Patterson, Gabe Langlois, Erin Hogue, Jody Wachniak, Shmobb and Colin Whyte!
SPECIAL EVENT
ICON GONE
Friday, April 17 at 7:00 pm — MAURY YOUNG CENTRE
In a lively evening of friendly competition (tinged with debaucherous debate…it is, after all, 19+), six notable local Whistlerites will take to the stage and argue for what they think is the largest loss in the landmark of Whistler-specific icons. The audience (through applause-and-yell-o-metre) along with a panel of equally notable judges will crown a champion. Nudity was the winner of last year’s debate. Citta’ (pronounced Cheetah’s, for those who don’t know), the runner up.Guests Speakers include: Feet Banks, Stinky, Princess Stephanie, Rebecca Mason, Todd Lawson and Tanya Kong. Tickets are available here.






