Humboldt Water Tower

Learn about the struggle for water on the prairies, climb a beautiful spiral staircase, and take-in a breathtaking aerial view of Humboldt when you come for a tour of the Humboldt Water Tower. Tours are offered on specific days throughout July and August. They run approximately every thirty minutes with the last viewing half an hour before closing. Please note, entry to the water tower is by guided tour only. If you would like to arrange a tour outside of operational hours, please contact the Museum. Private bookings must have a minimum of 7 people.

Support

Leading to the top of the Humboldt water tower is a 143-step spiral staircase that represents the contributions made by various individuals and organizations toward the preservation of the Water Tower. Plaques on the face of each step share the names of those individuals and organizations who made donations of at least $500. If you are interested in being a part of this history, please contact the Museum, as there are still some steps available.

Amenities:

(The Water Tower is not currently wheelchair accessible. We apologize for any inconvenience.) 

• Outdoor garden waiting area
• Beautiful stained glass artwork on display in the Annex by glass artist, Elaina Adams
• AED and First Aid kit on site

​For more information, call the Museum at 306-682-5226.

History

From 1915 until 1977 the Humboldt Water Tower provided water and pressure to the residents of Humboldt. Consisting of an inner steel tank, 20 feet in diameter and 80 feet high, surrounded by a timber housing, the Humboldt Water Tower was one of eleven similar structures standing in Saskatchewan at the time. Now it is one of four that are left in the province, and it is the only one that is accessible to the public. For more about this historic structure, please visit the Humboldt Museum, or drop by the Tower for a tour!