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Ottawa Art Gallery |
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2 Daly Ave, Arts Court, Ottawa K1N 7B9 • 613-233-8699
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Distance:
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AIRPORT - YOW. Housed in the city's municipal arts center, this gallery presents changing exhibits of contemporary and Canadian art from their ever-expanding collection. The modern Canadian collection includes paintings, sculpture, photography, installations and multi media. The Firestone Collection includes pieces from 1900-1980, and includes a large number of works by the Group of Seven (Canadian landscape painters of the 1920s). |
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National Gallery of Canada |
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380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa K1N 9N4 • 613-990-1985 • 800-319-2787
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Distance:
~0.591 km * |
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BYWARD MARKET. The National Gallery of Canada is known for its impressive architecture as well as a world-class collection of Canadian art. Among the exhibits you can enjoy fine examples of art from the Group of Seven, Aboriginal works, photography, sculpture and paintings from the 1700s onward. Works from European artists such as Monet, Chagall and Picasso are here, and the museum has a good collection of contemporary art from Canada and the US. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. |
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User Rating: 10
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Currency Museum |
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245 Sparks St, Ottawa K1A 0G9 • 613-782-8914
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Distance:
~0.842 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. The museum will be closed for renovations from July 2013 until July 2016. A veritable numismatics haven, this museum is located in Ottawa's Centre Town area. In addition to containing an impressive collection of global currency and the world's largest coin, other exhibits include bracelets made from elephant hair, cowrie shells and whales' teeth. Also featured is the country's most complete collection of Canadian currency. Educational and eclectic. |
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User Rating: 9.6
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Canadian Museum of Civilization |
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100 Laurier St, Gatineau K1A 0M8 • 819-776-7000 • 800-555-5621
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Distance:
~1.260 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. Canada's national museum of human history offers a fascinating presentation of the country's cultural heritage. Visitors can learn about life in Canadian settlements from prehistoric times up to the present day, via fun, interactive and traditional exhibits. The museum's collection includes over 3.75 million artifacts ranging from art, textiles and ceramics to antique furniture. |
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Canadian Museum of Nature |
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240 McLeod St, Ottawa K2P 2R1 • 613-566-4700 • 800-263-4433
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Distance:
~1.487 km * |
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CENTRETOWN. Noted for its magnificent architecture, this downtown museum chronicles Canadian history from prehistoric times to the present. In 2006, the museum reopened the west wing of the building with brand new world-class exhibits: the Talisman Energy Fossil Gallery, the Mammal Gallery, and the Bird Gallery. More galleries are slated to appear; meanwhile, the amazing world of nature springs to life on a high-definition cinema screen. |
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Canadian War Museum |
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1 Vimy Pl, Ottawa K1A 0M8 • 819-776-8600 • 800-555-5621
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Distance:
~1.963 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. This wide-ranging, inspirational ensemble of military items highlights Canada's participation in both wartime and peacekeeping events, including both World Wars. As you tour the museum, you'll come across everything from decorations and insignias to weapons and uniforms. An educational experience for the entire family. |
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Additional Fairmont Comments:
Please note that the Canadian War Museum located on Sussex Drive is now closed for visitors until the opening of the new building scheduled for May 2005.
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Bytown Museum |
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1 Canal Ln, Ottawa Locks – East of Parliament Hill, Ottawa K1N 9J7 • 613-234-4570
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Distance:
~3.145 km * |
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The Royal Engineers used this building (circa 1827) as a commissariat during the construction of the Rideau Canal. The city's oldest stone masonry building now contains exhibits chronicling the history of Bytown and Ottawa. |
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User Rating: 6
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Canada Aviation and Space Museum |
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11 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa K1K 4R3 • 613-993-2010 • 800-463-2038
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Distance:
~5.356 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. This collection of 100 vintage aircraft is among the best of its kind in the world. See a replica of the plane that made the first powered flight in Canada, as well as engines, propellers and various aeronautical antiques. The museum also contains an impressive research library with more than 7000 books, 5000 bound magazines, and 7000 airframe, engine and component manuals. |
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Canada Science & Technology Museum |
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1867 Saint-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa K1G 5A3 • 613-991-3044 • 866-442-4416
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Distance:
~5.972 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. Canada's largest science and technology museum features antique cars, steam locomotives, printing presses, a space travel simulator and agricultural machinery. The many hands-on exhibits provide fun for the entire family. Enjoy an evening of stargazing using Canada's largest refractor telescope. |
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Central Experimental Farm |
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Experimental Farm Dr, off Prince of Wales Dr, Ottawa K1G 5A3 • 613-230-3276 • 613-991-3044
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Distance:
~17.958 km * |
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AIRPORT - YOW. Home of the Canada Agriculture Museum, the Central Experimental Farm is located southwest of downtown. Families adore visiting the farm, whether it's to tour the exquisite gardens and greenhouses or visit the farm itself, which is home to all types of cows, pigs, sheep, goats and horses. The expanse along the Rideau Canal and overlooking Dows Lake is a favorite "stomping ground" of local walkers, joggers and cyclists. The nearby Agriculture Museum, housed in an early 20th century barn, contains a variety exhibits, including several pieces of old farm machinery. |
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See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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