Other Educational Services at the Museum
"Extremely knowledgeable staff, beautiful design and layout,
the best museum of its kind!"
- M.
Evely, Kew Beach Public School
Witness to History
Recommended level: all
Photo: André Rozon, Headlight Innovative
Imagery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Availability: October to June,
pending witnesses' availability
Start times: Between 9:00am and 4:00pm
Group size: 50
Cost: $4.00 per student, includes Museum admission
Students can hear a compelling personal story and interact with a
veteran who has witnessed some of the extraordinary events that have
shaped the country.
*Must be requested at least 1 month in advance. While every effort will
be made to pair the group with a witness, the Museum may not be able to
accommodate every request.
Veterans of the following conflicts and/or service areas may be
available: Second World War, Korean War, service with NATO, service with
NORAD, service with the United Nations and domestic operations. Please
specify your preference upon request.
Military History Research Centre
Recommended level: senior
George Metcalf Archival Collection,
CWM 19930013-786.
Duration: variable
Availability: weekdays, September to June
Start times: Between 9:00am and 3:00pm
Group size: 20 students
Cost: $4.00 per student, includes Museum admission
Military
History Research Centre brings together the George Metcalf
Archival Collection and the Hartland Molson Library. These extensive
national collections of primary and secondary research material document
Canada's military history from the pre-contact period to the present.
Students and classes with established research projects receive the
dedicated assistance of Research Centre staff or volunteers for 90 minutes.
Within that time, they follow a tour of the Research Centre and receive
help searching the collection and retrieving materials.
- Must be requested at least 1 month in advance, and
subject to availability.
- Teacher and/or Students should consult the on-line
catalogue prior to the visiting.
- A maximum of 10 archival items may be requested per
group.
- Please submit your requests for archival material 1
week beforer your visit to:
vimy.biblio@warmuseum.ca
or fax to (819) 776-8623.
Guided Tours
Recommended level: intermediate to senior
If you're pressed for time, we suggest one of our guided tours. Each
tour allows students to see exhibition highlights and allow them to
interact with select period artifacts.
Duration: 60 minutes
Availability: Year-round
Start times: Between 9:00am and 3:00pm, Thursdays
until 7:00pm
Group size: 20
Cost: $5.50 per student, includes Museum admission
1. Wars on Our Soil, from Earliest Times to 1885 -
"Battleground"
Covers the early conflicts and battles that helped shape Canada. Includes
the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, the War of 1812 and the Rebellions
of 1837-38
2. The South African and First World Wars - "For Crown and
Country"
Covers the South African War and the First World War. Includes the Battle
of Vimy Ridge, the Conscription Crisis, a tour through a recreated trench
and stunning works of art.
3. Modern Canada and the Second World War -
"Forged in Fire"
Examines how Canada's fight against dictatorships transformed the country.
Includes stops along the Home front, D-Day, the Italian Campaign and the
war in the air and on the sea.
4. The Cold War, Peacekeeping and Recent Conflicts -
"A Violent Peace"
Explores Canada's military involvement during the Cold War and the Korean
War, and profiles our peace support activities to the present day.
5. Museum Grand Tour
Includes a look at the museum's world-class architecture, its collection
of military art and some of the personal stories featured in its exhibition
galleries.
Gallery Activity Sheets
Recommended level: intermediate
Duration: Variable
Availability: Year-round
Start times: Anytime during opening hours
Group size: Unlimited
Cost: $1.00 per sheet
Structure a self-guided visit of our permanent exhibitions with gallery
activity sheets. Students work together in small groups to find the answers
to thought-provoking questions and activities. A separate sheet is
available for each of the following galleries:
1. Wars on Our Soil, from Earliest Times to 1885 -
"Battleground"
2. The South African and First World Wars -
"For Crown and Country"
3. Modern Canada and the Second World War -
"Forged in Fire"
4. The Cold War, Peacekeeping and Recent Conflicts -
"A Violent Peace"
Planning your visit
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Get Ready for the Capital
This downloadable pre-visit kit is the perfect tool to excite your students
about their upcoming visit to Canada's Capital Region. Do one or all four
of the self-contained activities in your classroom. Each activity is designed
to prepare your students for what they're going to see and do in Canada's
Capital.
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Before you arrive
Educators' Passes
Prior to bringing your students to the Museum, you may visit the Museum
free of charge. To book an appointment with our Education Officer, please
call (819) 776-8606. Note: only one free pass is available per educator.
Additional Information
Not sure what programme best suits your needs? Wondering where you can get
additional information and resources about teaching Canadian military
history? Please contact our Education Officer at (819)776-8606. We'd be
pleased to assist you.
Upon your arrival
Group entrance
Please ensure that your group arrives on time. Arriving late may impact the
content and length of your programme or tour. Once your group is at the
Group Entrance, please have one representative check-in at the ticket desk.
Students will receive a brief welcome and orientation to the Museum before
proceeding with their visit or activity.
Cloak room
A small storage area will be assigned to your group upon your arrival, free
of charge. The cloak room is located at the group entrance.
Eating at the Museum
The Museum offers two choices for eating on-site. The Mess is a full
service cafeteria where hot meals and sandwiches may be purchased and
consumed. In addition, a lunchroom is available on a first-come,
first-served basis for groups that bring their own lunches.
Please request use of the lunchroom upon your arrival at the group
entrance.
Accessibility
The Museum is fully wheelchair and walker accessible. Should your group
have any special needs, please mention them when you make your booking.
Location
The Canadian War Museum is located at 1 Vimy Place, on LeBreton Flats,
at the corner of Booth Street and the Ottawa River Parkway, west of
Parliament Hill.
Canadian War Museum
1 Vimy Place
Ottawa , Ontario
K1R 1C2
General Inquiries: (819) 776-8600 or 1-800-555-5621
Hearing impaired: TDD (819) 776-7003
Fax: (819) 776-8623
Hours
The Canadian War Museum is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily, with
extended hours to 9:00 pm every Thursday. The Museum is closed on Mondays
from mid-October to the end of April.
Registering your group
Reservations
To reserve, simply e-mail us at
call_center@warmuseum.ca or
call us at (819) 776-7014 or 1 800 555-5621. You can also fax us at
(819) 776-8279. To help save you time when you call to book, please have
the following information ready:
- Type of programme or service
- Number of participants and their grade level
- Preferred and alternate dates and times
- Language of programme
- Contact name, school, telephone and fax numbers
- Credit card number and expiry date
Groups must register at least three weeks in advance,
although we recommend that bookings be made as early as possible in order
to avoid disappointment.
A contract will be sent to you. To confirm your reservation, you must
sign and return the contract by fax to (819)776-8279.
Cancellations
There is no charge for cancellations due to inclement weather or other
unforeseeable reasons. All other programme cancellations or modifications
must be received by the Museum a minimum of 14 days prior
to scheduled arrival. The full cost of the programme will be charged to
schools that do not provide adequate notice of cancellation.
Adult Supervision
The Canadian War Museum requires at least ONE adult supervisor for every
10 visitors aged 3-17.
| Group Rates |
Children/Youth 3-17 |
| Museum Admission |
$3.00 |
| School Programme |
$4.00 (includes Museum admission) |
| Each additional school programme |
$1.00 |
| Witness to History |
$4.00 (includes Museum admission) |
| Military History Research Centre |
$4.00 (includes Museum admission) |
| Guided Tour |
$5.50 (includes Museum admission) |
| Each additional guided tour |
$2.50 |
| Free adult admission |
1 adult per 10 students
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Additional adults subject to regular
admission fees |
- Rates are subject to change.
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