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10Best Museums |
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Ottawa Art Gallery |
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2 Daly Ave Arts Court, Ottawa K1N 6E2 • 613-233-8699
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Distance:
~426 m * |
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Description:
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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Musée canadien de la photographie contemporaine |
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1 Rideau Canal, Ottawa K1N 9N6 • 613-990-8257
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Distance:
~492 m * |
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[Due to major renovations, the museum is temporarily closed. Exhibits of the museum's collection are currently being shown at the National Gallery of Canada.] Opened in 1992, the Musée canadien de la photographie contemporaine now features more than 160,000 spectacular images. A 50-seat theater provides further opportunity for educational enjoyment. |
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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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Distance:
~0.582 km * |
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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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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:
~0.633 km * |
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Description:
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 Corot, Chagall and Picasso are here, and the museum has a good collection of contemporary art from Canada and the US. Guided tours are free – contact for times. |
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Royal Canadian Mint |
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320 Sussex Dr, Ottawa K1A 0G8 • 613-993-8990
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Distance:
~0.765 km * |
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Take a tour of the Royal Canadian Mint to see the fascinating coin-making process. The Mint not only makes coins for Canada, it actually produces coins for countries around the world. Along with currency, the mint makes medals, collector coins (which are individually inspected to assure quality!), and jewelry. |
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Musée canadien des civilisations |
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100 Laurier St, Gatineau J8X 4H2 • 819-776-7000 • 800-555-5621
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Distance:
~1.401 km * |
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Description:
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, toys and tools; a variety of temporary exhibits focus on cultures from around the globe, as well as special topics like nursing and ice skating. |
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Musée canadien de la guerre |
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(Attractions & Activities - Museums) |
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1 Vimy Pl, Ottawa K1R 1C2 • 819-776-8600 • 800-555-5621
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Distance:
~1.887 km * |
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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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Central Experimental Farm |
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(Attractions & Activities - Museums) |
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Experimental Farm Dr off Prince of Wales Dr, Ottawa K1G 5A3 • 613-230-3276
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Distance:
~4.164 km * |
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Description:
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 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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Distance:
~5.969 km * |
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Description:
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 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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Distance:
~6.001 km * |
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Description:
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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* All distances are
approximate "straight-line" distances.
See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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