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From the Ottawa World / Places
Canadian Museum of History
The Canadian Museum of History faces Parliament across the Ottawa River in Gatineau. Its curving architecture, Grand Hall and national history displays justify a substantial museum block.
The Grand Hall's scale and the riverfront outlook frame national stories against the parliamentary skyline directly opposite. Crossing to Gatineau changes both the interpretation inside and the view outside: national history is set against the very institutions across the water.
What to look for
Curving museum walls face the parliamentary skyline across the river.
Useful to know
Allow enough time to cross the river; check current admission arrangements before the visit.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 30–75 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
