Administration Building
In downtown Banff, the Administration Building continues to be a symbol of protection and preservation.
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Administration Building Details
In 1935, construction began on the Administration Building, built to support Canada's first national park. The building quickly became a symbol of the emerging ideals, at the time, of protecting and enhancing designated wilderness areas for the pleasure and benefit of the Canadian people. The Tudor Gothic Revival-style building was perceived to be harmonious with its mountain setting, and local building materials were used in its construction whenever possible. The Administration Building (a Federal Heritage Building) is still in use today, and inside offers touch-screen technology to help visitors discover Canada and its inventors and artists. Outside, the Cascade Garden is lovely to walk through when in town. Both the building and the garden are easily walkable from downtown Banff.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Administration Building
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Harmony Lane
Another of Banff's original commercial buildings can also be found on Banff Avenue - Harmony Lane.
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Dave White Block
One of Banff's original commercial buildings remains today - the David White Block.
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Banff Park Museum
A peek back at the Town of Banff's history can be seen in this museum in downtown Banff.
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Luxton Residence
"Mr. Banff" lived here in the Luxton Residence on the 200 block of Beaver Street.
