Sights in Saskatchewan
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Western Development Museum
If you only go to one museum in Saskatchewan, the Western Development Museum should be it. With stunning detail and nothing overlooked, this is a faithful re-creation of Saskatoon c 1910. Displaying the longest indoor street of any museum in Canada, you can roam through the buildings, from a dentist's office that looks like it was taken from a horror film to the pharmacy where hundreds of vintage bottle line the shelves, and find countless treasures.
There are trains, steam tractors, a sod house, buggies, sleighs and even a jail. Beyond the street is the excellent exhibition 'Winning the Prairie Gamble,' chronicling the rise from hardship that gave birth to the province. …
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RCMP Heritage Centre
Learn how the Mounties always get their man at the RCMP Heritage Centre. Several exhibitions chart the past, present and future of these iconic Canadian police officers. Vintage uniforms and some technologically cool displays tell the whole story. This is also part of the RCMP training centre, where recruits learn the ropes. Interesting stuff, but it doesn't stray too far from the Dudley Do-Right stereotype. Tours and a multimedia presentation are included with the cover charge.
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Royal Saskatchewan Museum
Not just another museum, the Royal Saskatchewan Museum offers great insight into the people and geography that come together to make Saskatchewan. The three main galleries all have their own flavor, focusing on the earth, animals and Aboriginal peoples. Hyper-real prairie dioramas tell the story of the native fauna and the cultures that lived off the harsh land. Sweat lodges, dinosaurs and deer all make an appearance.
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Provincial Legislature
If you want to tell the premier what you think of Saskatchewan, head over to the Provincial Legislature . The Leg is a pretty cool structure, with marble floors and some nice woodwork. There are free tours (held every half-hour) and a great lawn out front, perfect for Frisbee or political demonstrations - whichever you prefer.
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Mendel Art Gallery & Conservatory
A short walk northeast along the river from the downtown area brings you to the Mendel Art Gallery & Conservatory. With a focus on local artists and frequently changing exhibits, it's a pleasant addition to a stroll by the river. The conservatory is especially enticing, with a Zen garden to quiet the soul.
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Ukrainian Museum of Canada
With an emphasis on traditional clothing and contemporary artwork, this museum offers great insight into the world of Ukrainian Canadians. Check out the gift shop for pysanka (decorated wooden eggs) and patterns to make your own traditional Ukrainian clothing.
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Saskatoon Railway Museum
Thomas fans unite for this Saskatoon Railway Museum. A little way out of town but a must for trainspotters, this simple museum isn't much more than an opportunity to get up close and personal with some locomotives, cabooses and anything else that runs on tracks.
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Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame & Museum
From horseshoes to hockey, all of the provinces get a mention in the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame & Museum. With an emphasis on grassroots athletes, this tiny museum will appeal to sports fans.
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Regina Plains Museum
The tiny and simple Regina Plains Museum has some interesting artifacts, but the big draw is the glass wheat field, where thousands of individual blades of glass form an inverted chandelier of wheat.
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Saskatchewan Roughriders
Not to be confused with the Ottawa Rough Riders, the Green Riders, as they're affectionately known, have a devoted fan base, and have achieved cult status within the Canadian Football League (CFL).
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MacKenzie Art Gallery
With a focus on contemporary art, the MacKenzie Art Gallery, 1km south of the Wascana Centre, is worthy of a wander. The mail hall is a grand space to view local and international pieces.
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Regina Pats
The young, tough, eager players of the Western Hockey League (WHL) make for an exciting brand of hockey. Rabid fans, crashing and bashing - everything a hockey game should be.
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Saskatoon Blades
Taking up residence at the Credit Union Centre are the Saskatoon Blades. The local WHL team puts on a good show, with its fast, rough and sharp style of hockey.
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Meewasin Centre
The tiny but informative Meewasin Centre tells the history of the river and the city, and has maps and excellent self-guided walking tours.
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