Heritage and Traditions

Bishop Who Ate his Boots, The

The story of Herschel Island is recalled through the journals and diaries of Bishop Isaac O. Stringer, who spent 4 years at the Anglican mission on this remote and desolate island.

Source: Government of Canada; Virtual Museum of Canada (VMC)

Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre

At the centre, they celebrate and share the traditional and contemporary experience of the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in, and present guided tours daily of the Hammerstone Gallery, audiovisual presentations, dance performances, a gift shop, special events and cultural demonstrations.

Source: Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Hän Nation

Fort Selkirk – Virtual Museum

This is the Virtual Museum exhibit for Fort Selkirk, Yukon, and includes a section on the Northern Tutchone people.

Gwich'in Legends – Old Crow

This page contains 5 legends from the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation.

Source: Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation

Heritage Branch

To ensure that Ta'an Kwäch'än culture and heritage is preserved and passed on to future generations.

Source: Ta'an Kwäch'än Council

Heritage Resources Unit

Heritage Resources Unit co-ordinates and manages all aspects of land based heritage resources including archaeology, paleontology, geographical names, historic sites, scientific research licensing.

Source: Government of Yukon; Tourism and Culture

History

This page provides a brief history of Yukon.

Source: Government of Yukon; Government of Yukon

Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre

The Centre provides interpretive information and guided tours through this unique facility which includes interactive multi-media presentations, etc.

Source: Government of Yukon; Tourism and Culture

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