Virtual Museum Canada - Museum Passport

Explore Canada's cultural treasures, its national museums, with this Museums Passport. Ottawa-Gatineau provides a uniquely capital experience through its national attractions. With your Passport, you will travel through major civilizations, the history of art and photography, and all the sciences: nature, physics, space. You can also discover Canada's aviation history, better understand Canada's military history, learn how currency is made and visit the residence of Sir Wilfrid Laurier.

ADULT PASSPORT: $30 Tax included*
FAMILY PASSPORT: $75 Tax included*
(Valid for 5 people, maximum 2 adults)
*Some conditions apply. Passport may not grant access to some special exhibits. Contact your selected museums for details.

The Passport is exchangeable for admission to each of the 10 participating museums. Valid for 7 days from your first museum visit, this passport also entitles you to 20% off a Theatre, Dance or Orchestra performance at the National Arts Centre.

WHERE TO BUY ONE?
The Passport is sold at all 10 of the participating museums as well as at the Capital Infocentre at 90 Wellington Street (facing Parliament Hill). Locate a participating museum!

PARTICIPATING MUSEUMS

CANADA AGRICULTURE MUSEUM
Live farm animals, daily demonstrations and fascinating exhibitions bring to life the sights and sounds of traditional farm life and of Canada's unique agricultural heritage. The historical and current importance in everyday life of agricultural science and technology is waiting to be discovered through engaging interpretive activities on our accessible demonstration farm.
Prince of Wales Drive (north of Baseline), Ottawa
(613) 991-3044|Toll free 1-866-442-4416
www.agriculture.technomuses.ca

CANADA SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM
Located only minutes from downtown Ottawa, Canada's largest science and technology museum is a great handson experience for visitors of all ages. Discover some of the most important scientific objects in Canada. Climb aboard real trains, try your hand at fascinating experiments, and see for yourself how science and technology affect our everyday lives.
1867 St.Laurent Blvd, Ottawa
(613) 991-3044|Toll free 1-866-442-4416
www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY
Affiliated with the National Gallery, the CMCP is located in the heart of the nation's capital, just east of the Parliament Buildings. This elegant museum, a creative adaptation of an abandoned railway tunnel, presents dynamic exhibitions by Canada's best art and documentary photographers.
1 Rideau Canal, Ottawa
(613) 990-8257
www.cmcp.gallery.ca

CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM
This new national museum is a must-see attraction, exploring, through touching stories, Canada's military past and how it has shaped this country. Thousands of artifacts are featured, ranging from medals and works of art, to an impressive CF-101 Voodoo jet fighter.
1 Vimy Place, Ottawa
(819) 776-8600|Toll free 1-800-555-5621
www.warmuseum.ca

NATIONAL GALLERY OF CANADA
The National Gallery of Canada is home to the world's largest collection of Canadian art. Art comes to life in its spacious galleries, interior courtyards, and the beautiful Rideau Chapel. In collaboration with the world's greatest museums, the National Gallery organizes outstanding exhibitions of works by both Canadian and International artists.
380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
(613) 990-1985|Toll free 1-800-319-ARTS (2787)
www.national.gallery.ca

CANADA AVIATION MUSEUM
Ten minutes from Parliament Hill, the Canada Aviation Museum presents the complete story of Canada's aviation heritage from the pioneer era to the jetage. This internationally renowned collection of over 130 aircraft chronicles the ancient dream of flight.
Aviation and Rockcliffe Parkways, Ottawa
(613) 993-2010|Toll free 1-800-463-2038|TTY (613) 990-7530
www.aviation.technomuses.ca

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF CIVILIZATION
Welcome to Canada's largest and most popular museum! Explore the world's biggest indoor collection of totem poles, walk through a thousand years of Canadian history in the ever popular Canada Hall and enjoy the magnificent First Peoples Hall. The Museum also presents international special exhibitions and houses the IMAX® Theatre and the Canadian Children's Museum.
100 Laurier Street, Gatineau
(819) 776-7000|Toll free 1-800-555-5621
www.civilization.ca

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF NATURE
Discover our gothic castle, home to world-class exhibitions featuring some of Canada's most precious natural resources. At 150 years young in 2006, the Museum continues to inspire interest and appreciation of the natural world. Get a glimpse of Canada from coast to coast through our exhibitions, hands-on activities and high-definition cinema...all under one roof!
240 McLeod Street (at Metcalfe), Ottawa
(613) 566-4700|Toll free 1-800-263-4433|TTY 1-800-263-4433
www.nature.ca

LAURIER HOUSE
NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE OF CANADA
Home of two Canadian Prime Ministers, Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King, Laurier House provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of these great Canadians who governed Canada for the first half of the twentieth century. From artefacts to personal memorabilia, history comes alive in the splendour of this grand residence.
335 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa
(613) 992-8142

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT
Experience a rush - a gold rush that is! Discover how molten metal is transformed into cherished treasures, hold 99.99% pure gold in your two hands, relive the legends of Canada's past, then stop at the boutique and purchase a treasure for your future. Canada's world-renowned mint - feel the rush!
320 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
(613) 993-8990|Toll free 1-800-276-7714|TTY (613) 998-8171
www.mint.ca

NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE
Come and experience Canada's best Theatre, Dance and Music performances year round! The National Arts Centre is home to the world-renowned NAC Orchestra as well as world-class dining at our Le Café restaurant, which also offers a wonderful view of the Rideau Canal for lunch and dinner.
53 Elgin Street, Ottawa
(613) 947-7000|Toll free 1-866-850-ARTS
www.nac-cna.ca

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