Jasper National Park's Original Information Centre - Jasper, Alberta
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member wildwoodke
N 52° 52.638 W 118° 04.762
11U E 427359 N 5859166
Quick Description: This plaque indicates that this building was Jasper National Park's Original Information Centre and now a Federal Heritage Building located on Connaught Drive in Jasper, Alberta.
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 6/3/2010 9:02:56 PM
Waymark Code: WM8Z93
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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Long Description:

Text from the plaque

"Parks Canada wishes to acknowledge The Friends of Jasper National Park Association for the restoration work on this recognized Federal Heritage Building.

Built in 1949, it served until 1972 as Jasper National Park's original information centre. - Jasper, Alberta.

The Friends of Jasper National Park is a non-profit organization which promotes understanding, appreciation and Respect for Jasper National Park."

Type of Marker: Cultural

Sign Age: Other

Parking: Nearby parking both on and off Connaught Drive

Placement agency: The Friends of Jasper National Park Association
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