Museum & Heritage

Canadian Museum of History

Ottawa, Ontario

Iconic Douglas Cardinal architectureGrand Hall with totem polesComprehensive Canadian historyIndigenous culture exhibitsIMAX theatreStunning Ottawa River views

About Canadian Museum of History

The Canadian Museum of History offers a deep, honest, and visually stunning exploration of Canada's human story. The Grand Hall, lined with towering Indigenous totem poles, is an awe-inspiring highlight. The building's architecture, designed by Indigenous architect Douglas Cardinal, is itself a masterpiece.

Things to Do

Exploring the Grand Hall

Exploring the Grand Hall

Canadian history exhibits

Canadian history exhibits

Indigenous culture galleries

Indigenous culture galleries

IMAX theatre screenings

IMAX theatre screenings

Children's museum

Children's museum

Special travelling exhibitions

Special travelling exhibitions

Guided tours

Guided tours

Waterfront views of Ottawa

Waterfront views of Ottawa