About this tour
When Mia from our BugBitten team walked through this self-guided wildlife gallery in the Northwest Territories, it became clear this wasn't your standard stuffed-animal setup. Brothers Greg and Dean Robertson, both celebrated taxidermists and artists, have staged each creature to capture a specific moment — a predator mid-hunt, a playful pose, a quiet dignity — rather than just lining them up for inspection. You move through at your own pace (30 minutes to two hours depending on how deep you go), learning about northern fauna in their natural contexts. It's intimate, thoughtful, and genuinely moving if you're willing to slow down and look.
Highlights
- Taxidermy as storytelling — each display frozen at a behavioural moment
- Artistic staging elevates typical museum feel beyond standard specimens
- Self-paced exploration lets you linger on creatures that grab you
- Learn genuine northern habitat facts without feeling lectured
- Free parking removes the friction of a quick visit
- Stroller-friendly layout works well for families with young kids
- Compact enough for a focused hour or lazy two-hour wander
What to expect
You'll move through displays at your own rhythm — no guide, no group, just you and the animals. Mia spent about 90 minutes here, pausing longer at scenes that stopped her: a wolf mid-prowl, birds caught in mid-flight, smaller mammals arranged as if in their everyday lives. The lighting and framing make each piece feel more like an art installation than a taxidermy museum. You won't leave an expert on every species, but you'll have absorbed something about how these creatures actually move and exist in the North.
The space is indoors and climate-controlled, so weather won't derail your visit. It's quiet, contemplative — the kind of place where you actually hear yourself think. There's no rush, no queue management stress. Kids seem genuinely engaged rather than bored, especially if they're the type to ask questions about animal behaviour.
What travellers say
- Artist-led taxidermy transforms static specimens into narrative moments
- Complete autonomy over pace — spend 30 mins or linger two hours
- Free parking removes hidden costs and logistical friction
- Stroller and service-animal friendly throughout the gallery
- Quiet, introspective space that rewards close looking
- Artistic focus over scientific detail — not a comprehensive zoology lesson
- Crowds during peak times can interrupt the contemplative atmosphere
- Limited onsite amenities — no café or extended facilities
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works brilliantly if you want culture and nature without a formal tour structure. Solo travellers, families, and couples all move through comfortably. The artistic angle genuinely sets it apart from typical wildlife museums. Admission is straightforward, parking is free, and the self-guided format means you're never held back by a slow group or rushed by a tight schedule.
If you're after deep zoological detail, you'll need to bring your own knowledge or research beforehand — it's art-focused, not a lecture hall. Walking time is minimal, but the space does require standing and moving slowly; very limited mobility visitors might find it manageable but slightly tiring. Peak seasons could mean crowds, which dulls the contemplative vibe. No café or extended facilities, so bring water if you're the thirsty type. Prams and strollers work fine on the pathways.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.