Our Collections

Our Permanent Collection is based on the extensive and varied collection of Mr. Sam Waller. Containing over 70,000 items, the collection includes natural history specimens, human history artifacts, books and library materials, photographs and negatives, fine art pieces and the archives of the Town of The Pas. While our founder collected from the four corners of the world, the Museum now limits new accessions to those items that are pertinent to the history of the community and region. Many items from the collection can be viewed in our exhibits.

Our small Education Collection has been developed with duplicates of items in the permanent collection, in addition to items specifically donated for this collection. These items are used in our educational programming for youth and school groups. A work in progress, we are always looking to expand this collection with interesting items that can be used to tell the stories of our past. Please contact the Museum staff for more details.

From the Vault - featured items from our collection

Haida Pot-latch Spoon

Haida Pot-latch Spoon

Pot-latch Spoon ladle and handle are carved from a single piece of mountain goat horn. Spoon is curved and has two parallel lines of engraved notches running the length of the face. Handle is short and ends in a tip. It has a traditional Haida face carved into it. The spoon is various shades of dark brown and golden/green-brown.

Added: July, 2010

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