Therefore, The Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society will be recognized by Jasper National Park residents and visitors as a dynamic, high profile, self–sufficient, and community–minded oriented organization. Furthermore, it will play a lead role in delivering effective, high quality programs, services, and products about Jasper and the area’s cultural history, particularly within a museum environment. Additionally, on its own and in partnership with others, Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society will be the community’s first choice for learning about the area’s past, for contributing artifacts and archival materials, and for choosing a credible, reliable partner to promote Jasper’s heritage values.
We will promote the awareness, understanding and the appreciation of our regional heritage, both natural and cultural to the residents and visitors of our community.
Initially, The Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society held its first general meeting in January, 1963. Subsequently, its early projects included working with Jasper National Park to install a commemorative plaque at Athabasca Pass and to protect heritage items at the Palisades Ranch and Pocahontas Cemetery. Later, the society, renamed the Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society (JYHS), established its office and archives in the basement of the Jasper Library. Finally, in 1977, the Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society registered as a non–profit, charitable organization.
When you become a member of the Jasper-Yellowhead Historical Society, you will also join our Jasper Museum family. Additionally, your membership with the Jasper Museum and Archives grants you a year of unlimited access to extraordinary exhibitions, early glimpses, and discounted prices.
The Board of Directors are all volunteers
Warren Waxer
Vacant
Vacant
Ron McGaffin
Vacant
Warren Waxer
Vacant
Vacant
Ron McGaffin
Vacant
Herb Robinson
Melanie Hindle
Michelle Booth
Joe Polisuk
Logan Ireland
Michal Wasuita
Parks Canada
Ralph Melnyk
Municipality of Jasper
Furthermore, The Jasper–Yellowhead Historical Society is delighted to offer online visitors an immersive historical experience through our digital publication “Our Jasper Stories“. For those who are unable to visit the Jasper Museum and Archives, or who who wish to explore more of Jasper‘s rich cultural history, “Our Jasper Stories“ provides an invaluable and entertaining glimpse into Jasper‘s vibrant past.
Open Daily 10 am – 5 pm
Open Thursday – Sunday 10 am – 5 pm
Free parking is available for visitors to the Jasper Museum and Archives, located at 400 Bonhomme St, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0.
Summer Hours (May 19 – Mid October):
Open Daily : 10 am – 5 pm
Winter Hours (Mid October – Mid May):
Open Thursday – Sunday : 10 am – 5 pm
We respectfully acknowledge that Jasper National Park is located in Treaty 6 and 8 as well as the traditional lands of the Anishinabe, Aseniwuche Winewak, Dene-zaa, Nêhiyawak, Secwépemc, Stoney Nakoda, Mountain Métis and Métis. We acknowledge the past, present, and future generations of these nations who continue to steward the land.
We here at, The Jasper-Yellowhead Historical Society gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Alberta Museums Association in funding the Collection Deaccession and Storage Reorganization project.
