Come celebrate Canada Day at the Museum of Civilization

June 19, 2013

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

For immediate release

Gatineau, Quebec, June 19, 2013 — Once again, the Canadian Museum of Civilization is the place to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Explore Canada’s stories and symbols through its collections, architecture and people, while enjoying the best view of the fireworks in the National Capital Region.

On Monday, July 1, Museum admission is free from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Join us for some of the family activities planned specially for Canada Day.

Staff Picks
June 29 to July 1
Throughout the Museum
Follow the trail of posters highlighting Museum staff members’ best-loved objects and spaces. Share your favourite pick on Twitter and Instagram using #MyCivPick.

 Morning Star Creation Station
June 29 and 30
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, July 1
2 to 5 p.m.
Riverview Salon
Look way up at Alex Janvier’s Morning Star in the Grand Hall for celestial inspiration, then get creative with expressing your own ideas in shape and colour.

I Spy Canada
June 29 and 30
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, July 1
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Canada Hall
As you travel through time and space exploring Canadian history, keep your eyes peeled for special “I Spy” challenges amidst the exhibits and devise your own challenge for other visitors to find.

Fantastical Fireworks!
June 29 and 30
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday, July 1
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Canadian Children’s Museum Studio
Celebrate Canada Day with your own fireworks display using marbles and paint.

More information is available at www.historymuseum.ca or by calling 819-776-7000 or
1-800-555-5621.

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Information (media):

Patricia Lynch
Manager, Media Relations, Partnerships and Special Events
Telephone: 819-776-7167
patricia.lynch@historymuseum.ca
Stéphanie Verner
Media Relations Officer
Telephone: 819-776-7169
stephanie.verner@historymuseum.ca