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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
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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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Musée Bytown |
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1 Canal Lane Ottawa Locks – East of Parliament Hill, Ottawa K1N 9J7 • 613-234-4570
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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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Musée canadien de la guerre |
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1 Vimy Pl, Ottawa K1R 1C2 • 819-776-8600 • 800-555-5621
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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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Musée canadien de la nature |
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240 McLeod St, Ottawa K1P 6P4 • 613-566-4700 • 800-263-4433
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[The museum is undergoing renovations until 2010. Although it will be open during that time, some galleries may be closed. Call ahead for details.] 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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Musée canadien de la photographie contemporaine |
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380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa K1N 9N4 • 613-990-1985 • 800-319-2787
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Opened in 1992, the Musée canadien de la photographie contemporaine now features more than 160,000 spectacular images. It showcases photographs from the early '60s to the present; most of the collection consists of prints, although visitors will also find books, mixed media, video, and more. Representative photographers are solely Canadian, by birthright or residency. Regular exhibitions highlight individual photographers and thematic collections. |
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Musée canadien des civilisations |
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100 Laurier St, Gatineau K1A 0M8 • 819-776-7000 • 800-555-5621
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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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Musée de l'aviation du Canada |
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11 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa K1K 4R3 • 613-993-2010 • 800-463-2038
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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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Musée de la monnaie |
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245 Sparks St, Ottawa K1A 0G9 • 613-782-8914
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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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Musée des beaux-arts du Canada |
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380 Sussex Dr ByWard Market, Ottawa K1N 9N4 • 613-990-1985 • 800-319-2787
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This magnificent, glass-towered structure houses one of the world's premier collections of Canadian art as well as the reconstructed Rideau Convent Chapel. Three food-sevice areas and a bookstore provide further enjoyment. Additional charges may apply for special exhibitions. |
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User Rating: 10
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Musée des sciences et de la technologie du Canada |
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1867 Saint-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa K1G 5A3 • 613-991-3044 • 866-442-4416
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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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