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The Museum of Nature

photoHoused in an impressive Gothic building, the Canadian Museum of Nature is currently undergoing much-needed renovations. There are still lots to see and do. You can smell healing products from nature’s pharmacy, see animals in nature or come face to face with cockroaches and other creepy critters. See Fatal Attractions exhibition from May 1 to September 4, 2006. New permanent exhibitions will be coming starting in October 2006. Our hi-def cinema presents a variety of nature documentaries all free with regular Museum admission.
What You Should Know

Living in a country of immense wilderness, Canadians are especially fascinated with nature. Discover the world of nature and find out about the challenges facing our environment at the Canadian Museum of Nature. Suggested length of visit: one hour

Hours of operation

SUMMER (May 1st to Thanksgiving day)
Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays to 8 p.m. 

WINTER (After Thanksgiving Day to April 30)
Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursdays until 8:00 p.m.

*Note: Museum Closed Mondays (except holidays) from October (Thanksgiving Day) to April 30, December 24 at 2 pm, December 25; and first week in January for annual maintenance.
 

Museum of Nature imageCost 
Admission by donation until September 4, 2006.

NOTE:  Free Admission Saturdays until noon.
Parking: Maximum $7 with museum admission. 

Location
Victoria Memorial Museum Building
240 McLeod Street (at Metcalfe Street)
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Services
Wheelchair access, washrooms, cafeteria, boutique, ample parking, picnic area. 

Groups
Advance bookings for school groups; special group package rates. (613) 566-4701 or 1.800.263.4433 (in Canada and USA). 

Did You Know?

  • The Museum of Nature's collection is one of the largest repositories of animals, plants and minerals in Canada. The collection includes roughly ten million specimens! 
  • Beavers were once as big as black bears. The Museum has skeleton remains of "giant beaver" that were the ancestors of Canada's national symbol. 
  • The Museum's specimens are not just for display -- they are the scientific yardstick against which all biological and mineralogical research in Canada is measured. 
  • The Museum carries out research around the world. You're as likely to find Canadian scientists diving under the ice of the Antarctic or collecting beetles in South America as observing wildlife in the Arctic. 
  • The Museum is located exactly 1.6 kilometres from Parliament Hill and, after fire destroyed the Parliament Buildings, served as Parliament's second home from 1916 to 1920.
Getting In Touch with Canada's Nature

Canada is known for its vast natural areas. If you're interested in learning more about our diverse fauna, flora and minerals, the place to go is the Canadian Museum of Nature. 

The Museum traces its roots to 1841, when Queen Victoria made a grant of ,£1500 for the "creation of the Geological and Natural History Survey of the Province of Canada." Since then, it has assembled a vast collection of specimens and scientific expertise on virtually every aspect of Canada's natural sciences. Visitors to the Museum can explore permanent exhibits on: 

  • the earthpicture
  • dinosaurs
  • mammals
  • birds
  • plants
  • animals in nature,
  • as well as changing exhibitions and programs on various contemporary issues.
Many public programs and activities are offered on an ongoing basis.

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