“Arthur Erickson’s concrete-and-glass masterwork houses a staggering collection of First Nations carvings; including Bill Reid’s 'The Raven and the First Men'; the 15-metre glass walls overlook the Salish Sea and traditional Haida houses; visit at 4 pm when the western sun casts long; dramatic shadows of the totem poles across the gallery floor; the scale of the cedar carvings swallows the peripheral vision.”
About Museum of Anthropology
Arthur Erickson’s concrete-and-glass masterwork houses a staggering collection of First Nations carvings; including Bill Reid’s 'The Raven and the First Men'; the 15-metre glass walls overlook the Salish Sea and traditional Haida houses; visit at 4 pm when the western sun casts long; dramatic shadows of the totem poles across the gallery floor; the scale of the cedar carvings swallows the peripheral vision.
Why Visit
Museum of Anthropology is one of Canada's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for Museum of Anthropology in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
