Canadian War Museum

Tourism Region: Ottawa/Gatineau

The Canadian War Museum is a major national museum of military history, covering Canada's military past from earliest times to the present day. Through its extraordinary permanent and special exhibitions, the Museum shows how military events have shaped the development of the country, both at home and on the world stage. With expansive exhibition space, diverse public programmes and unparalleled displays of collections, it is a must-see destination for visitors.

Events

Kandahar - The Fighting Season:  November 1, 2012 to September 22, 2013

Ordinary People in Extraordinary Times:  March 29, 2012 to April 2, 2014

About the Collections

Permanent Exhibition

The story of human conflict is as old as time and this story is powerfully brought to life in the Canadian War Museum. The permanent exhibition chronologically explores Canadian military activities from earliest times to current operations. As visitors journey across the centuries and around the globe, they meet the men and women who have contributed to the development of Canada's social and political fabric – in war, in peace and on the home front.

The history of honouring Canadians is documented in the Royal Canadian Legion Hall of Honour, which explores individual acts of remembrance and traditions of public observance.

Approximate number of objects in the collections: 500,000

Services & Activities

Educational Programs

Classes or Workshops • Demonstrations • Family Programs • Films • Lectures • School Programs

Visitor Services

Comprehensive visitor services include the Military History Research Centre (a full-service library and archives), a boutique, a riverside café, dedicated spaces for rest and reflection, a 236 seat theatre, four ateliers, 310 indoor parking spaces, guided tours and a dedicated group entrance.

Restaurant

The Mess offers a casual atmosphere, an appealing and varied menu, and quick, friendly service. Food and drink are only permitted in designated areas. Smoking is not permitted in the museum facilities.

Bilingual Services • Films and Videos • Guided Tours : English : French • Accessible by Public Transportation • Children's Activities or Services • Information Centre or Desk • Meeting Room Rental • Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens • Parking Facilities : Charged • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities • Cloakroom • Washrooms

Food Services

The Mess offers a casual atmosphere, an appealing and varied menu, and quick, friendly service. Food and drink are only permitted in designated areas. Smoking is not permitted in the museum facilities.

Cafeteria

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Location

Address:	1 Vimy Place Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M8 See Map
Telephone:	819 776-8600
Fax:	819 776-8623