The Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum is a museum of Nunavut history and Inuit culture, located in Iqaluit, Nunavut. The museum was founded in 1969 by two employees of Canada's Department of Indian Affairs. The museum is housed in a former Hudson's Bay Company building.
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Tickets aren’t needed, the museum is free. There’s also a section that sells local Inuit art. The museum didn’t have much, apparently one exhibit room was empty and I found I learned more about Iqaluit and Nunavut in general at the visitor’s centre next door. Also they closed early and refused to reopen even briefly when we told them we were going to buy a specific art piece,...
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A great spot to visit for some history and culture. Old artifacts along with modern carvings and artwork. During our visit there was an exhibit of the work of Alootook Ipellie, including many of his comics and his other illustrations.
Check out the gift shop as well for a good selection of carvings,...
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Don't miss this museum when you are in Iqaluit. It is located within walking distance of "downtown". There is a small exhibit and lots of beautiful art work by local artisans or those in the region. I have no idea who the owner is, but assume the individual(s) is a supporter of the Inuit communities and...
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