The Pit stood as a town icon in downtown Dawson City, originated in 1898 and weathered a severe flood in January 2026 after water main breaks, before being reduced by fire on May 17, 2026, with the building demolished. City officials described the loss as a great blow to the community, noting the hotel’s central presence. No injuries reported as the structure burned away. The town community face an uncertain future after the blow to their old landmark, 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.
www.cbc.caA 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…
www.cbc.caA classic Yukon pub that lives up to its reputation. One of the few originals still standing and as busy as ever #bar #beer
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