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9 am – 7 pm
The Canadian Museum of History is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. This land has held, and continues to hold, great historical, spiritual and sacred significance. Read the full land acknowledgement.
Meet the peoples, cultures and stories that shape Canada
An invitation for all of us to bear witness
Experience Canada in miniature through an outstanding collection of more than 3,000 stamps — every stamp ever issued in Canada! — and the fascinating stories behind them.
Experience a powerful 30-minute virtual reality adventure. Enter the Napoleonic era and get swept away into pivotal moments that changed the world.
Treat Mom to a wonderful day at the Museum! Enjoy a delicious family-style brunch served in our charming River View Salon, which offers stunning views of the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill. After a filling meal, explore the Museum’s engaging exhibitions, relax while watching a movie at CINÉ+, or enjoy one of the special activities for families. The Museum has everything you need for a memorable Mother’s Day!
This spring, let your creativity blossom at the Canadian Children’s Museum Studio! Join us in the Studio to twirl, shape and mould with colourful wax craft sticks, as we create a vibrant spring-themed garden! From blooming flowers to buzzing insects, let your imagination run wild. Celebrate the season with a fun, hands-on activity that brings a burst of spring to your home! April 30 to June 1, 2026
Discover the legacy of the beaver, a Canadian icon! From our nickels to our national parks, the beaver is everywhere in Canadian life. Welcome to Beaver Tales, celebrating the beaver! Learn about the fascinating story of this industrious animal through interactive experiences. Explore the beaver’s historical significance, including its key role in the fur trade, its influence on early Canadian settlement, and its impact on the fashion trends of the past. Bring the whole family and join the fun as we celebrate this enduring symbol of Canadian history! Times may vary.
Join our regularly scheduled public tours for a chance to engage with the history of Canada and learn more about Indigenous cultures. Our passionate team of program interpreters will lead groups of up to 15 people through our galleries and make these spaces, stories, and artifacts come to life.
Long before the invention of cellular telephones, our forebears sent one another instant messages by telegraph. Beginning in 1846, coded messages could be sent in Canada in the Morse alphabet: a code made up of short and long impulses (also known as “dots and dashes”). These messages were transmitted over long… Read More
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