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Canadian Museum of History

Canadian Museum of History

Canadian Museum of History
4.5
Speciality MuseumsHistory Museums
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Experience Canada’s history in exciting new ways. The Canadian Museum of History is a destination of choice in the National Capital Region. An architectural jewel designed by Canadian architect Douglas Cardinal, the Museum is less than five minutes from downtown Ottawa and Parliament Hill. Explore Canada’s rich history and the outstanding achievements of First Peoples. Marvel at the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles. The Canadian History Hall, our signature exhibition, will let you discover the events, personalities and historical currents that have shaped Canada — from time immemorial to the present day.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Deborah S
Vaudreuil-Dorion, Canada38 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
This is the National Museum of Canadian History .. our history as we like to share it, full of special artefacts, the aboriginal hall, a great place to get a sense of Canadas evolution. Incidentally, the architecture of the building is very special and was designed by the same Canadian aboriginal architect (Cardinal) who designed the Smithsonian aboriginal museum ..
Written 24 February 2020
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toddlerpants
Droitwich, UK946 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
This museum is directly across the Ottawa River from Parliament Hill and the Royal Mint building.
It houses a fantastic display of Totem poles which is the bit that sticks in my mind, the hall is impressive architecture and we liked the view from the balcony the best. I think that this is the largest indoor display of totem poles in the world.
Written 10 July 2020
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Corihi
Honolulu, HI703 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I enjoyed The Museum of History in Ottawa more than the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto because it focused solely on Canada and wasn’t as overwhelming. My favorite exhibits were the totem poles and house fronts of the First Peoples of the Northwest Coast in the Grand Hall. The museum houses the world’s largest collection of totem poles. I also liked the Canadian stamp collection (yes, postage stamps). I thought the use of stamps was a clever way to chronicle the history of Canada. If you want to learn about Canadian history, check out this museum.
Written 6 November 2022
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Corihi
Honolulu, HI703 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
I enjoyed The Museum of History in Ottawa more than the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto because it focused solely on Canada and wasn’t as overwhelming. My favorite exhibits were the totem poles and house fronts of the First Peoples of the Northwest Coast in the Grand Hall. The museum houses the world’s largest collection of totem poles. I also liked the Canadian stamp collection (yes, postage stamps). I thought the use of stamps was a clever way to chronicle the history of Canada. If you want to learn about Canadian history, check out this museum.
Written 6 November 2022
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Leigh C
Courtenay, Vancouver Island, BC185 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022
We walked across the Alexandra Bridge into Gatineau (Hull) and spent five hours at this museum, until our brains were overloaded. It is so well laid-out, doesn't sugar-coat the things that happened here to immigrants and First Nations, and should be seen by anyone going to Ottawa. There are some interactive displays which are fun, and truly imaginative set-ups.
Written 29 September 2022
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JCruz61
Sao Paulo, SP199 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
The museum is huge. We stayed for more than 4 hours and didn't get to see everything we wanted to. The collection is very rich and the environment is very pleasant.
We missed a more detailed map about the floors and the sequence for carrying out the visit.
Audioguides are not available, but I believe if they were, they would make the visits more interesting, especially for “non-Canadians”.
We took a guided tour, however, although it was interesting and the guide was extremely attentive, it was very quick and did not do justice to the story.
Anyway, if you don't know the history of Canada, I recommend that you read a little before going to get acquainted better.
Furthermore, I believe that the most immersive museums that can place you in that moment in history are always more interesting. Unfortunately this is not the case.
Still, I think the visit is worth it.
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Written 21 September 2023
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YLNS
Rio de Janeiro, RJ53 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Solo
My time was somewhat restricted, so I ended up not being able to enjoy the entire museum, but it would certainly be worth it for the architecture of the facade and the large hall with the totems!!! It also has a great little store.
I walked from Ottawa, it's about 12/15 minutes from "Maman" (Louise Bourgeois's spider), passing over a bridge with beautiful views.
Tip: I got the free Thursday night ticket (which made it more worth it)
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Written 13 June 2024
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Mamzelltopi
Dole, France596 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2024 • Couples
It takes a good half-day to take a thorough tour of this huge museum that traces the history of Canada from the First Peoples to today. The proposed tour route is very interesting and follows the chronology but the part on the ancient peoples is repeated a little with the exhibition of the ground floor in traditional dwellings. The visit is nevertheless very interesting!
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Written 11 September 2024
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BigJeff L
2,013 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
We decided to visit this museum to see the display of Totem Poles. We were not disappointed. There is a spectacular vantage point to see these in their full gallery setting which was worth the visit alone. The building is also very interesting architecturally with its unusual swirling curves. Its free to get in so what is there not to like. Around the back of the building there is also an amazing panoramic view of the Ottawa Skyline which is not to be missed.
Written 3 November 2024
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AcademicTravels
Toronto, Canada57 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Family
The opening gallery is one of the best museum galleries anywhere in the world. I could just sit here an enjoy the ambience over and over again. A true gem and a must see for Canadians and international visitors alike.
Written 13 November 2024
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