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Canadian Museum of Civilization

100 Laurier St, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0M8, Canada
819-776-7000
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Ranked #3 of 13 attractions in Gatineau
Type: History Museums, Natural History Museums, Museums, Children’s Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Discover the wealth of Canada’s cultural heritage as you travel across 1,000 years of history through life-size reconstructions at Canada’s national... more » Owner description: Discover the wealth of Canada’s cultural heritage as you travel across 1,000 years of history through life-size reconstructions at Canada’s national museum of human history. Take in the beauty of this architectural jewel and stunning riverside setting.Get acquainted with some of the remarkable individuals who have shaped our nation. Explore the traditions and achievements of its First Peoples. Marvel at the world’s largest collection of totem poles. Tour our many special and permanent exhibitions, be a kid (again) at the Children’s Museum and view an stunning film in our IMAX 3D Theatre.A must-see in the Grand HallEnhanced and redesigned, the exhibition about the First Peoples of Canada’s Pacific Northwest Coast in the Grand Hall reopens anew in February 2013. « less
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Plattsburgh, New York
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

the Imax was great and time needed to fully explore. Exhibits well displayed and unique to see. Parking a bit hard but worth the time and stop.

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Ottawa
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32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

When in the Nation's Capital region, must see this wonderful museum. History of Canadian Culture & much more! Great way to spend 90 minutes.

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Collingwood, Canada
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I love this museum. I get in free with my teacher discount card so that is a bonus. The museum has something for everyone. Could easily spend a whole day here looking around. One thing I found disappointing about our recent visit was that the giant Norval Morriseau painting was covered up because of renovations. We love coming to look... More

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Philly
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

My friends and I enjoyed an afternoon at the museum. We explored the early history of Canada's first peoples as well as the evolution of Canada's beginnings. Highly recommended.

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Niceville, Florida
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

As non-Canadians, this museum gave us a concise but thorough introduction to the history of Canada and to the peoples who make up the country. I recommend it to Canadians and non-Canadians alike.

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Gatineau, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Clean nice staff very busy but I love everything Imax great artifacts were kept in good condition spend the whole day there.

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Vancouver
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Got an excellent deal buying tickets for the Canadian War Museum and Museum of Civilization at the same time. There is a bus (#25 I think) from near the Canadian Parliament buildings that goes to the Museum of Civilization; .the Ottawa busses (at present) are free for seniors on Wednesdays, which by coincidence was the day we visited. We walked... More

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Ottawa
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Far too many empty areas - it is as if space was NOT at a premium. Seriously, what a waste of space. Too bad that it is in such a great location.

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

no matter the time of year we love that museum. It could be a visit for the "kids museum", an Imax movie or a special exhibition.

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Reston, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

With a four year old and a love of travel, we've seen our share of Children's Museums. The Canadian Museum of Civilization has combined the Children's Museum with one for the more learned, which meant that with one ticket, we could travel the world in the Children's Museum and then see the other exhibits. The Children's museum is fairly standard,... More

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