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Banff was first settled in the 1880s after the transcontinental railway was built through the Bow Valley. In 1883, three Canadian Pacific Railway workers stumbled upon a series of natural hot springs on the side of Sulphur Mountain.
Banff has a rich and vibrant cultural and natural history, recognized globally by the United Nations, which designated the area of the Canadian Rockies as a United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site in 1984.
In 1984, the Banff National Park was included in the "Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks" UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing its “exceptional natural beauty” and “striking mountain landscape”. Learn about the history and heritage of the Banff and Lake Louise area.
Banff was home to 8 hotels by 1900 (The Banff Springs Hotel, Brett Sanitarium, Mount Royal, Kind Edward, Alberta Park, Grand View Villa, and the Hydro House). The towns coffers were depleted paying for the development of roads to various attractions and the hot springs developments.
Home to famous Albertans, such as explorer Mary Schaffer Warren, Walter J. Phillips, Earle Birney, artist Carl Rungius, as well as Dr Robert G. Brett, lieutenant-governor of Alberta (1915-1925) and owner of a sanitorium hotel, Banff also early established itself as one of Alberta's leading cultural centres.
Banff National Park, scenic natural and wilderness area in southwestern Alberta, Canada. Established as a national park in 1887, it occupies 2,564 square miles (6,641 square km) along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains and abuts the border with British Columbia. Yoho and Kootenay national.
Timeline of Important Events In Banff National Park. 8000BCE – 1754: Indigenous cultures live in the Banff area before any contact with Europeans. 1754 – 1866: Early European Exploration. During this time period, the British colonies in the east are beginning to explore out west.
Walking Through Banff's History is an excellent way to experience the roots of Banff's unique community character. Try out the interactive Walking Tours. Five tours are available, and they integrate imagery, topographical maps and aerial imagery of our heritage sites.
However, beyond its stunning landscapes, this charming town also boasts a rich cultural heritage. With a plethora of museums showcasing diverse exhibits, Banff offers visitors a unique opportunity to delve into the region’s history, art, and indigenous culture.
Explore the oldest natural history museum in western Canada. Get face-to-face with Rocky Mountain wildlife! Located in the heart of downtown Banff, the Banff Park Museum houses more than 5,000 vintage botanical and zoological specimens — from bears and bighorns, to birds and bees.