The Westminster arose as a landmark in downtown Dawson City, built in 1898 and weathered a major flood in January 2026 after water main breaks, before being destroyed by a fire on May 17, 2026, with the building leveled. City officials described the loss as a significant blow to the community, noting the hotel’s historic role. There were no reported injuries as the structure burned away. Dawson City residents grapple with the uncertain future after the blow to their familiar gathering spot, known to locals as the Pit.
The future is uncertain for Dawson City, Yukon's Westminster Hotel, aka "the Pit," after a couple of major water main breaks last week flooded streets and buildings in downtown Dawson, including the Westminster.
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travelstoke.matadornetwork.comA Sunday morning fire destroyed the Westminster Hotel, aka the Pit. There were no known reports of injuries or threats to neighboring buildings at this time. It was the town's de facto living room, a…
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