By Shannon Putnam, former WDM Curatorial Intern (Western), Harris Ford, PhD Candidate History (USask) and Dr. Elizabeth Scott, Chief Curator – Director of Collections & Research Introduction As part of…
The WDM is looking for local musicians, dance groups and other talented performers to join in our summer festival, Boomtown Heydays. Let us know of your interest in taking part…
Are you a local craftsperson, market gardener, or artist looking to sell your homemade goods? Do you run a mobile food truck? Maybe you're a community non-profit or small business…
Open Farm Days are back at the WDM! Join us on August 8 and 9 to meet the hard working people (and animals) putting food on our tables. Visit skopenfarmdays.ca…
National Volunteer Week takes place April 19– 25, and this year’s theme — celebrating the ways people in Canada have ignited volunteerism in their communities — offers a meaningful opportunity…
The WDM Saskatoon is hosting a partner build event for the Saskatoon Public Library’s “Where We Grow” LEGO® mosaic! About the Build Attendees of all ages will build individual 6”…
To continue safeguarding Saskatchewan’s heritage and delivering high-quality exhibits and programs, the Western Development Museum will implement updated admission pricing effective April 1, 2026. This adjustment supports artifact preservation, educational…
Boomtown is a busy place, and we need your help to get all the shopping done! With your Boomtown Bucks in hand, visit shopkeepers around the street to complete a…
Join us in the Education Room on April 10 for a hands-on experience of just how much human power it takes to make ice cream, 1910 style! The ice cream…
Join us in the Museum for some extra special spring break programming! Stop by from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm daily for drop-in crafts, games, heritage activities, artifact showcases, and…
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 Treaties to the present day.
The WDM’s facilities are situated in Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories and the Homeland of the Métis. The provincial boundaries for Saskatchewan also include Treaty 2, Treaty 5, Treaty 8 and Treaty 10 territories. Please visit WDM Reconciliation for more information.
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