Western Development Museum Moose Jaw
Western Development Museum Moose Jaw
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Located on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories and the Homeland of the Métis, the Western Development Museum (WDM) is the largest human history museum in Saskatchewan. With a collection of over 75,000 artifacts ranging from pins to locomotives and four locations in the province, the WDM shares the Saskatchewan story from the beginning of settlement to present day. HOURS Museum Galleries and gift shops are open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Museum Closed on Family Day, Good Friday, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. Museum Closed at 3:00 pm on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve. For hours of operation outside of those listed, please contact the WDM Moose Jaw.
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Soupdragon51
Biggleswade, UK28 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
This museum is just off Hwy 1 in Moose jaw and easily reachable, We spent a pleasant 4 hours here in this museum. The museum is one of four by the same name in Saskatchewan, we visited all four - Moose Jaw, Yorktown, North Battleford and Saskatoon. Each one has a slightly different emphasis for their theme. The one in Moose Jaw is mainly entered around transportation - trains, planes, buses cars. There is a huge collection of vehicles all set out in good displays. You need to spend 3-4 hours here. Museum has no cafe but there are picnic tables in the grounds.
Written August 20, 2023
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ki
Hannibal, MO9 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Really amazing collection of vehicles, radios hand planes. A few boats thrown in. Wonderful people. Displays are very polished with interesting blurbs.
Written June 4, 2023
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Ann Marie Beacock
Alberta, Canada77 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We really didn't know what to expect from a small city museum in the middle of the Canadian Prairies. This one however far exceeded our expectations. The exhibits were many and varied and covered many different aspects down throug the history of Saskatchewan. They were so complete and relatable. I learned more about my home province in three hours than I have in over 16 years of residence! Even after three hours, we still didn't see everything and went back the next day. The best part....our ticket covered entry for two days, which is a bonus when touring a museum in such a way that you want to learn, so must read all the info provided at each exhibit. It was an incredible experience and I highly recommend it.
Written March 26, 2023
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Chris-D7878
Spruce Grove, Canada473 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
This museum is huge and has an amazing collection of cars, trucks, trains, planes, the snowbirds museum. It’s incredible that Moose Jaw has something like this. I spent 2 hours here and could have spent another 2 hours quite easily.
Written January 21, 2023
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kohkoh
Paradise Point, Australia473 contributions
Aug 2022
Great place, loved it. One of the best museums I have ever visited and I have been to a lot. Staff friendly and helpful. Very many interactive displays, realistic, era driven. Beautiful machinery.
Written August 22, 2022
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Thank you so much for your comments. We are thrilled you enjoyed your visit.
Written August 30, 2022
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Claire W
17 contributions
May 2022
It's very easy for 3+ hours to fly by while walking through the MJ WDM. I love the Saskatchewan WDMs, so I knew I would enjoy this one as well, but everyone I have taken to it has also enjoyed it and has kept us there for hours wondering. Cute little gift shop and outdoor train rides cap off a well spent afternoon in MJ.
Written July 10, 2022
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Thanks for the great review Claire! I am so glad you have enjoyed all the WDM locations.
Written July 14, 2022
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JACIX22
Nelson House, Manitoba204 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
A good stop where the kids can learn and stretch their legs. It is a must if you've got kids interested in vehicles including planes, trains and automobiles. Reasonable price and friendly staff.
Written March 31, 2022
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Thank you for visiting and this great review, AJCIX!
Written April 5, 2022
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Restaurant-critic28
Regina, Canada17 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
If you’re passing through Moose Jaw, it’s a must visit! The museum was a great learning experience for kids and adults. There were impressive displays of planes trains and automobiles! It tells the story of life in Saskatchewan and it’s rich history throughout the years —
Written January 30, 2022
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Thank you for visiting and this awesome review!
Written April 5, 2022
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Reginalady
Regina,136 contributions
Dec 2021
Enjoyed the trains and the history of CP rail.
The classic cars were very interesting.
Good place to send your husbands and son's for a couple of hours while shopping.
Sorry there is no place to have a cup of coffee or a sit down.
The classic cars were very interesting.
Good place to send your husbands and son's for a couple of hours while shopping.
Sorry there is no place to have a cup of coffee or a sit down.
Written January 1, 2022
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Thank you for visiting, Reginalady - we are happy you enjoyed the trains!
Written January 18, 2022
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AC_A340
Manitoba319 contributions
Aug 2021
Great stop. Very well set up, not too busy, very affordable. Would have gladly stayed longer if not for the kids.
Written September 6, 2021
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Thank you for this great review, AC_A340!
Written October 8, 2021
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