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This article is a list of historic places in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. These are special buildings and sites that have been officially recognized for their important history. They can be important to Canada, Saskatchewan, or just to the city of Moose Jaw.

Discovering Moose Jaw's Historic Buildings

Moose Jaw has many buildings that tell stories about its past. These places are protected so that future generations can learn from them. Here are some of the cool historic spots you can find in Moose Jaw:

Canadian National Railway Station

The Canadian National Railway Station is located at 341 Stadacona Street E. This building was once a busy hub for train travel in Moose Jaw.

Canadian Pacific Railway Station

You can find the Canadian Pacific Railway Station at 3 Manitoba Street W. It's another important railway building from when trains were a main way to travel.

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The historic Canadian Pacific Railway Station.

Eaton's Store

The old Eaton's Store is at 500 Main Street N. Eaton's was a very famous department store in Canada for many years.

Former Capitol 3 Theatre

The Former Capitol 3 Theatre is located at 217 Main Street N. This building used to be a popular movie theatre where people would go to watch films.

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The Former Capitol 3 Theatre.

Gert Elders Interiors & Home Furnishings (Old Masonic Temple)

This building, also known as the Old Masonic Temple, is at 23 Main Street N. It has a long history in the community.

Land Titles Building

The Land Titles Building is found at 76 Fairford Street W. This building was important for keeping official records of land ownership.

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The historic Land Titles Building in Moose Jaw.

Moose Jaw Fire Hall

The Moose Jaw Fire Hall is located at 136-138 Fairford Street W. This building has served the city's firefighters for many years.

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The Moose Jaw Fire Hall.

Moose Jaw Court House

The Moose Jaw Court House is at 64 Ominica Street West. This is where many important legal decisions for the area have been made over time.

Public Comfort Station

The Public Comfort Station is located in Crescent Park. This building provided public facilities in the park.

Hopkins Dining Parlour

Hopkins Dining Parlour is at 65 Athabasca Street W. This building has a unique history, now serving as a dining spot.

Jitney Dance Hall

The Jitney Dance Hall is found in Connor's Park. This was once a lively place for dancing and community events.

St. John's Anglican Church

St. John's Anglican Church is at 124 1st Avenue NE. This church has been a place of worship for many years in Moose Jaw.

Walter Scott Building

The Walter Scott Building is located at 12 High Street East. This building is named after an important figure in Saskatchewan's history.

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The Walter Scott Building.

Moose Jaw Cemetery

The Moose Jaw Cemetery is in the 1000 Block Caribou Street East. It is a historic burial ground for the city.

Moose Jaw Public Library

The Moose Jaw Public Library is at 461 Langdon Crescent. This building has been a center for learning and reading for the community.

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The Moose Jaw Public Library.

72 High Street East

This historic building is simply known by its address, 72 High Street East.

Former Army & Navy Store

The Former Army & Navy Store is at 229 Main Street North. This was another well-known department store in the city.

St. Mark's Presbyterian Church

St. Mark's Presbyterian Church is located at 80 High Street East. It is another historic church building in Moose Jaw.

Elk (Sun) Block

The Elk (Sun) Block is found at 16-18 Main Street North. This building has been an important part of the downtown area.

Chinese United Church

The Chinese United Church is at 303 High Street W. This church has a special history for the Chinese community in Moose Jaw.

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The Chinese United Church in Moose Jaw.

Moose Jaw City Hall

Moose Jaw City Hall is located at 228 Main Street N. This building is the center of the city's government.

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Moose Jaw City Hall.

Latimer Residence on Oxford Street

The Latimer Residence on Oxford Street is a historic home at 37 Oxford Street W.

D.V. Currie VC Armoury

The D.V. Currie VC Armoury is at 1215 Main Street North. An armoury is a place where military forces are based and trained.

Zion United Church

Zion United Church is located at 423 Main Street N. This church has been a significant part of Moose Jaw's religious history.

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