Museum, historic/archeological site
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Musée canadien de l'histoire
Housed in a scenic riverfront building designed by Indigenous architect Douglas Cardinal, the Museum is one of Canada’s most popular and introduces visitors to 15,000 years of social and human history — including compelling personal stories.
Map and contact information
Public transportation
- Bus : STO : 21, 31, 33, 35, 67, 77 - De l'Ontario : OC Transpo : 8
Vehicle and Parking Services
- Signed access (blue signs)
- Paid parking
- Parking for buses
Permanent exhibitions
- La salle de l'Histoire canadienne
- La Grande Galerie
- La salle des Premiers Peuples
- La collection de timbres du Canada
- MUSÉE CANADIEN DES ENFANTS : La Grande aventure
Temporary exhibitions
- Until January 10, 2027: Napoléon - L'épopée immersiveDiscover Napoleon - L'épopée immersive, a 30-minute virtual reality experience that transports you to the heart of the Napoleonic era. Relive the key moments in Napoleon Bonaparte's life, from the great battles to the key events of his career, in immersive settings and striking reconstructions.
Recreational / cultural activities
- Entertainment for children
- Guided tour
- Native culture interpretation
- Self-guided tour
- Workshop
Services
- Air conditioning
- Boutique
- Storeroom
- Event spaces/equipment
- Wireless internet
Restaurant and food services
- Picnic area
- Café, tea room
- Cafeteria
- Snack bar
- Liquor licence
- Catering service
Eligible customers
- Adults
- Teens
- Children
- Groups
Groups
- Tours : in french
- Tours : in english
- Group rates
Certifications
- Bienvenue Cyclistes
Available facilities
- Banquet, meeting, conference room
- Bicycle rack
- Changing-room
- Garden
- Indoor playground for children
- Interpretation panels
- Outdoor playground for children
- Terrace
- Theatre/auditorium
- Viewpoint/observation tower
- Walking path