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DAW S O N CIT Y FIREFI G HTERS MUSEUM
(867) 993-7400 • Front St (across from the ferry landing) • dawsonfirefightermuseum.com 
Unique exhibits from the 1890s
to present day
Yukon’s
oldest Fire
Department
Large collection of artifacts,
vehicles and equipment
Historical pictures, documents
and memorabilia
Built in 1922 to transport silver,
lead and zinc ore from the mines
on the Stewart River.
The Yukon River has always been a critical lifeline
in the lives of Yukoners. The S.S.Keno represents
the fleet of sternwheelers that transported people
and supplies in and out of the Yukon for over half
a century. Built in 1922 to transport silver, lead
and zinc ore from the mines on the Stewart River,
the S.S. Keno was designed for travel to and from
extremely isolated places.
For many, this steamer was the first and last contact
with the outside world each season, and residents
lived according to its schedule.
The river has long been integral to life in the
Klondike and this little paddle wheeler has quite a
story to tell. A guided tour of the SS Keno will leave
you with insights on how important river boats
were to towns along the Yukon River, and what
was lost with the completion of the highway. Climb
aboard and explore this steam-powered stern
wheeler, and learn how life here has always been
connected to the Yukon River
Tickets available at the Visitor Information Centre.
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