About Canadian Museum of History

The Museum of Civilization not only takes a fresh look at the human experience but also stuns you with its beautiful creations, right from the entrance! Come learn about the men and women who helped to shape the city’s identity at one of the many exhibits in the museum called “People of Quebec… then and now.” They wind the clock back almost 400 years with audio accounts by actors imitating key historical figures. Apart from the rich collection of artifacts like coats of arms, coins, and flags, there are more than enough exhibitions and activities to marvel at! This institute emphasizes learning through interacting, so there are activities for people of all age groups. The onsite cafe at the museum provides a wonderful view of the St. Lawrence and serves wine and beer.

Must See

The exhibitions in this museum are updated from time to time but a few of the must-sees are:

  • Original and bold exhibitions
  • Boutique/sales counter
  • Theatre
  • Tours (with audio guides)
  • The live experience of some of the greatest cities in the world, significant sociocultural movements and the heart of Québec society. 

How to reach

By car: It’s a five-minute drive from the city center, via Boulevard Charest E, Rue Saint-Paul, and QC-136 O. 

By bus: Walk for 210 m (about three minutes) to de la Couronne and then board the bus. It will take about 5 mins to drop you at the museum. 

By foot: It will take about 27 mins to walk 2.1 km from the city center to the museum via Rue du Roi and QC-136 O.

By bike: Ride via Rue du Roi and QC-136 O to the museum from the city center in about 9 minutes.

 

Tips

  • Look for the pictograms at the entrance to exhibition rooms or beside objects that cannot be photographed.
  • Do not eat or drink in exhibition rooms.
  • Visitors are requested to leave their belongings in the cloakroom.
  • Animals are forbidden, with the exception of service dogs.
  • Visitors are requested to keep their cellphones on vibration mode inside the museum.
  • Using tripods, lighting, and selfie sticks for photography are forbidden.

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Monday: Closed (only in winters)

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 30.96°C

 

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