Jasper, Alberta — Canada’s Prairie Region (North America)

Original Jasper National Park Information Centre

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 5, 2022

1. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

[English] 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 Parks original information centre.

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

[Français] Parcs Canada désire remercier L'ASSOCIATION DES AMIS DU PARC NATIONAL JASPER pour les travaux de restauration de cet édifice fédéral du patrimoine. Érigé en 1949, il a été le premier centre d'information du parc national Jasper et a été utilisé à cette fin jusqu’en 1972.

LES AMIS DU PARC NATIONAL JASPER est un organisme sans but lucratif qui a pour mandat de promouvoir la compréhension, l’appréciation et le respect du parc national Jasper.

Erected by Parks Canada / Parcs Canada.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1949.

Location. 52° 52.654′ N, 118° 4.764′ W. Marker is in Jasper, Alberta.

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It is on Connaught Drive just north of Miette Avenue, on the right when traveling north. The marker is mounted directly on the subject building, on the left side of the west entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 415 Connaught Drive, Jasper AB T0E 0A8, Canada. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Canadian Rockies.

It is also in the Prairies.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Rocky Mountains,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony

and also Rupert’s Land.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The First Homesteaders / Les premiers homesteaders / Nistum Oota Ka Ki Weekichik (within shouting distance of this marker); A Lasting Legacy / Un legs durable / Aniskoonamakewin (within shouting distance of this marker); Memories of Home / Souvenirs d'un lieu de résidence / Weekiwawoo isitapatamook (within shouting distance of this marker); Jasper's Raven Totem Pole 1915-2009 / Mât totémique du Corbeau de Jasper de 1915 à 2009 (within shouting

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 6, 2022

2. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre Marker

The marker is on the left side of the front/west entrance.

distance of this marker); Two Brothers Totem Pole 2011 / Mât totémique des Deux-Frères 2011 (within shouting distance of this marker); Jasper Information Centre/Le centre d'information de Jasper (within shouting distance of this marker); Gateway to a Community and a Park (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); First People / Les premiers habitants (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jasper.

Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Jasper National Park Information Centre

Also see . . . Jasper Alberta Information Centre History Timeline (AlbertaJasper.com).

Excerpt:
1913-1914 — Jasper Park Administration Building is built using a rustic architectural style. The ground floor accommodates the superintendent s Living quarters and administration office, while the upper floor hosts a library, museum, and drafting room. The basement houses a fish hatchery
1917 — The final boundaries of Jasper National Park are determined after many changes The new area of the park is set at 4,200 square miles.
1936 — A new house is built for the superintendent
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 5, 2022

3. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre
(northwest elevation)
two blocks away.
1949 — A small information centre is built across from the administration building, beside the railroad tracks. This building later housed Friends of Jasper.
1972 — Jasper Information centre operations are moved into Jasper Park Administration Building, Jasper's most recognized structure. The building continues welcoming visitors from all over the world to this day.

(Submitted on September 28, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

Original Jasper National Park Information Centre<br>(<i>southwest elevation</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 5, 2022

4. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre
(southwest elevation)

Original Jasper National Park Information Centre<br>(<i>southeast elevation</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 5, 2022

5. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre
(southeast elevation)

Original Jasper National Park Information Centre (<i>west/front elevation</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, July 6, 2022

6. Original Jasper National Park Information Centre (west/front elevation)

Today this building is home to Friends of Jasper National Park.

Credits. This page was last revised on September 28, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 28, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on September 28, 2026, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.