Schmap.com supports the following browsers:
PC
 Bank of Montreal Museum |
129 St-Jacques Street (Near St-Sulpice) Montreal, QC H2Y 1L6 Canada +1 514 877 6810 |
Located in the Bank of Montreal Building, where Canada's first bank was established in 1819, this museum chronicles the nature of banking in the 19th century. In a self-guided tour available year round during business hours, you can examine currency, machinery, artifacts and documents pertaining to the fascinating nature of banking in the 19th century. While there you will be treated to some magnificent architecture, especially in the lobby. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Silver domed standout |
350 St-Paul Street E (Near Place Jacques-Cartier) Montreal, QC H2Y 1H2 Canada +1 514 872 7730 http://www.marchebonsecours.qc... |
Located in the cultural and tourism heart of Old Montreal, this neo-classic building dates from the mid-18th century. It has been home to a city hall, a reception centre, and public markets. In fact, following an 1849 fire in the Parliament Building, it became the seat of the United Canada Government. Today, following two restorations, the silver-domed building is used as an exhibition hall. It teems with sidewalk cafes, boutiques, souvenir shops and fine arts galleries. You will find everything from maps to fashion accessories and native art. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Hervé Jodoin  |
 Photo: Justin Donaldson |
 Photo: Rice Cracka |
 Photo: Douglas Beeson |
 Photo: Alejandro Yanez |
 Photo: Aamer Akhter |
 Photo: Chris McNulty |
 Photo: Nicholas Hong |
 Photo: kenngc |
 Photo: Tara O'Brady |
 Photo: hanh_nguyentran |
 Photo: Radu G |
 Photo: Michael Scholten |
 Photo: César Corona |
 Photo: amarola |
 Photo: Richard Stanley |
 Photo: Karolina Wyroba |
 Photo: Emilie Giguere |
 Photo: Brent Sowers |
 Photo: David Harrison |
 Photo: gabriel colombani |
 Photo: Yves Létourneau |
 Photo: sondrapauline |
 Photo: C.Périn |
 Photo: katya534 |
 Photo: Cheryl Tom |
 Photo: joolie |
 Photo: Adrien Pesle |
 Photo: rimsmund |
 Photo: Eleonore H. |
 Photo: Fridge_27 |
 Photo: jaylemurph |
 Photo: Guillaume Choquette |
 Photo: Rémi VINCENT |
 Photo: Philippe Meunier |
 Photo: Guy Thirionet |
 Photo: Joost Crispyn |
 Photo: Eric Michiels |
|
Relics inside |
3800 Queen Mary Road (Near Cote-des-Neiges) Montreal, QC H3V 1H6 Canada +1 514 733 8211 |
When Brother André died in 1937 he left behind the fulfillment of his lifelong dream: the construction of a church in honour of St Joseph. Located on the side of Mount Royal, this museum in the magnificent St Joseph's Oratory holds Brother André's heart, as well as a collection of more than 300 nativity scenes from all over the world. You will also find discarded crutches, walking sticks and wheelchairs left behind by those who felt themselves healed through Brother André's intercession. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Engine delights |
110 rue Saint-Pierre Montreal, QC J5A 2G9 Canada +1 514 632 2410 http://www.exporail.org/ |
This nationally known railway museum showcases a quarter million artifacts, documents and other articles related to Canada's railway history. The real stars, however, are the 140 locomotives and other rolling stock, many of which are in working order. The CPR 144 is the oldest existing locomotive in the country, while The Rocket was Montreal's inaugural electric streetcar. Several trains and streetcars offer rides on a daily basis. The museum is best accessed from the Mercier Bridge, Highways 132 east and 209 south. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Château Dufresne |
2929 Jeanne-d'Arc Street (Near Pie-IX metro station) Montreal, QC H1W 3W2 Canada +1 514 259 9201 http://www.chateaudufresne.qc.ca/ |
Marius Dufresne and Jules Renard's lavish beaux-arts style building in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, was supposed to spur the development of the area. Its enormous cost and economic downturn instead left it largely derelict, and it fell into disrepair until its restoration in the mid-1970s. It now plays host to various art exhibitions: recent events have included Guido Nincheri, A North-American Retrospective and Diane Dufresne—Paintings. The extravagant décor and period furnishings are available for viewing year-round. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: www.deniscarl.com |
 Photo: www.deniscarl.com |
 Photo: Sylvain Poliquin |
|
Distinctive |
280 Notre-Dame St E (Near Gastor) Montreal, QC H2Y 1C5 Canada +1 514 861 3708 http://www.chateauramezay.qc.ca/ |
Once the residence of Governor Claude de Ramezay, this museum chronicles the rich history of Montreal from pre-colonial days to the turn of the century. The historic building, which dates from 1705, houses an impressive collection of antiques, photographs, paintings and costumes. Its distinctive and simple architecture includes a sloping roof, dressed stonework and clean lines; it is a throwback to the countryside of Normandy. It has been rebuilt and modified several times since its original construction, but huge fireplaces and various kitchens from colonial times remain intact. Admission: CAD7 adults; CAD6 seniors; CAD5 students; CAD4 children (5-17); CAD15 families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Stella Lehto |
 Photo: Erin Malone |
 Photo: Sukyong Suh |
|
Spectacular interactive space center |
2150 autoroute des Laurentides Montreal, QC H7T 2T8 Canada +1 450 978 3600 / +1 800 565 2267 http://www.cosmodome.org/ |
A perfect place to keep the kids happy for a day, this museum and interactive extravaganza is dedicated to the history and future of space exploration and science. Explore the museum at your leisure or take a guided tour with one of the trained employees. The Cosmodome is well known for its three and six day space camps held in the summer; kids get to ride in space flight simulators and meet actual astronauts and space scientists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Tour of Montreal's past |
9675 LaSalle Boulevard (Near Riverview) Montreal, QC H8R 2N8 Canada +1 514 367 6439 http://lasalle.ville.montreal.... |
Pick up some local history here in an old mill converted into a museum where you will find a comprehensive re-telling of Montreal's past. From the opening of the Lachine Canal to the industrialization of the mid- to late-19th century to the collapse of the mills in the 20th century, you will see 200 years of history told through guided tours, documentation, sound and videos. The striking 1816 windmill is worth a look on its own.The windmill is also open for tourists on request,contact for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: linzenome |
|
Historic confederation site |
458 Notre-Dame Street East (Near Bonsecours) Montreal, QC H2Y 1C8 Canada +1 514 283 2282 |
This beautifully restored home honours the memory of George-Étienne Cartier, a prominent Montreal lawyer, father of Confederation and former Canadian Prime Minister. It is inhabited by a cast of tour guides dressed in period costume who are all versed in the history of the house and the era. All manner of educational activities should keep the kids busy: these include 'The Etiquette Game,' which teaches children about 19th century society; and 'What's Up, Mr Cartier?', which focuses on the man and the house. Admission: CAD3.25 adults; CAD1.50 children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Promoting German language |
418 Sherbrooke Street E (Near St-Denis) Montreal, QC H2L 1J6 Canada +1 514 499 0159 http://www.goethe.de/ |
A non-profit organization with institutes around the world, this cultural centre's mission is to promote the German language and culture, and to strengthen cultural ties. With that purpose in mind, the Montreal centre, located in the Latin Quarter, has held countless exhibitions, seminars, art openings, festivals, poetry readings and workshops since opening its doors in 1962. The institute's information centre is a repository for more than 10,000 books, videos, audiocassettes, slides, magazines, newspapers and computer software; all are available to the general public. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Cultural network |
335 place d'Youville (Near St-Sacrement) Montreal, QC H2Y 3T1 Canada +1 514 872 3207 http://www2.ville.montreal.qc.... |
Thanks to the dozen "Houses of Culture" located throughout Montreal the city has one of the best networks for cultural outreach in all of Canada. Their mandate is to encourage the largest possible number of people to participate in artistic life, regardless of social background or education. The Centre d'histoire de Montréal is the "maison" most visited by tourists. Others near downtown include those of the Plateau Mont-Royal (465 Mont-Royal Ave West, near St-Denis, +1 514 872 2266) and Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (3755 Botrel St, near Côte St-Antoine, +1 514 872 2157). Consult the website for current exhibits. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bugs galore |
4581 Sherbrooke Street East (Near Viau) Montreal, QC H1X 2B2 Canada +1 514 872 1400 http://www.ville.montreal.qc.c... |
Founded in 1990 by a passionate entomologist, this interpretative nature center and museum, the only one of its kind in North America, presents both preserved insect collections and live insects for viewing by the general public. They also have a spectacular live butterfly garden in the summer. For those with an adventurous spirit, try the insect tasting events held twice a year with a local chef preparing recipes that feature insects—this event is quickly becoming a Montreal institution. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Diane |
 Photo: Jason JT |
 Photo: Chris Noessel |
 Photo: Yaser H. |
 Photo: Vincent Marcil |
 Photo: barabeke |
 Photo: Adrian Hon |
 Photo: coolchair |
 Photo: James Bond |
 Photo: joško |
 Photo: Ann Buchanan |
 Photo: Trevor Hartsell |
 Photo: eforrest |
 Photo: Jean-François L'Heureux |
 Photo: Guillaume Girouard |
 Photo: Erin Jamieson |
 Photo: Sam Goutsmit |
 Photo: e. paek |
 Photo: Jacek Kaim |
 Photo: Nils Endrikat |
 Photo: Ŀīŋŏů |
 Photo: Pharaoh Beatrix |
 Photo: Hélène Villeneuve |
 Photo: geto----- |
 Photo: mtwl_sweet |
 Photo: Barbara Mann |
 Photo: Ewald & Edith Wolff |
 Photo: Christa Donner |
 Photo: Simon Allard |
 Photo: kristinewallner |
 Photo: John |
 Photo: Nickos |
 Photo: encore12866 |
|
Dedicated to humour |
2111 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Sherbrooke) Montreal, QC H2X 2T5 Canada +1 514 845 4000 http://www.hahaha.com/ |
The permanent exhibit of the enormously successful Just For Laughs Festival, this museum is a fascinating journey through the history of comedy. Kids will especially enjoy the Abracadabra! Exhibit, a guided tour through the many different forms comedy has taken through the last 500 years. "The Immortals of Comedy," meanwhile, is a sort of comedy hall of fame. The museum will organize a birthday party to remember, and there are even five-day summer comedy day camps for children 6-10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Restored waterway |
711 St-Joseph Boulevard (Near 7th) Montreal, QC H8S 2M2 Canada +1 514 637 7433 / +1 514 283 6054 http://www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ |
The Lachine Canal was one of the most important waterways in Canadian history. Its construction, between 1825 and 1873, allowed expanded navigation into the St Lawrence River and facilitated Montreal's continued expansion. Nowadays the main attraction is the delightful cycle, walking and inline skating path leading from Lachine right into the Downtown area. An interpretive centre offers a permanent exhibit outlining the phases of the canal's construction and history. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Jimmy Bernatchez |
 Photo: Jimmy Bernatchez |
 Photo: Antoine Caillet |
 Photo: Treading Lightly |
 Photo: Uncle Paul T |
 Photo: Antoine Barake |
 Photo: Warren |
 Photo: Michael Frazier |
 Photo: Kareem Gamal |
 Photo: Liz Springate |
|
Musée de Lachine |
1 Chemin du Musée (Near St-Patrick) Lachine, QC H8S 4L9 Canada +1 514 634 3478 http://lachine.ville.montreal.... |
This museum is both a look at Lachine's fascinating history and a contemporary art gallery. The Maison LeBer-LeMoyne permanent exhibit focuses on the history of the building itself, which dates from 1669. Temporary exhibits, held in the Pavillon Benoît-Verdickt and the Pavillon de l'Entrepôt (2901 St-Joseph Boulevard, near 28th), run the gamut of modern art, while the Outdoor Sculpture Museum in René-Lévesque Park is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Profoundly civilizing |
400 St-Paul Street E (Near St-Denis) Montreal, QC H2Y 1H4 Canada +1 514 282 8670 http://www.marguerite-bourgeoy... |
Recent archaeological excavations in the cellar of the Notre-Dame-du-Bonsecours Chapel have unearthed the foundations of Montreal's first stone church, which was constructed by medical and educational pioneer Marguerite Bourgeoys in 1675. The museum, located at the back of the chapel, contains several exhibition rooms devoted to the history of the city, the chapel and to the story of Marguerite Bourgeoys, a nun credited with establishing the first hospitals in Quebec. Admission: CAD6 adults; CAD4 seniors and students; CAD3 children 6-12; CAD12 families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Bill Burden |
 Photo: Sergei Yahchybekov |
 Photo: Bogumil Kozera |
 Photo: ty without numbers |
 Photo: soma slim |
 Photo: Giovanna De Rosa |
 Photo: Jung Jin Lee |
|
From a passionate collector |
690 Sherbrooke Street W (Near University) Montreal, QC H3A 1E9 Canada +1 514 398 7100 http://www.mccord-museum.qc.ca/ |
Housed in what was once McGill University's student union building, this museum was born in 1921—the vision of passionate collector David Ross McCord. Today it houses almost 900,000 objects consisting of ethnological and archaeological materials, costumes and textiles, photographs, paintings, prints, drawings and decorative arts, all related to Canadian social and cultural history. The museum offers interactive animation exhibitions, guided tours and publications. Stop into the boutique for native Canadian arts and crafts, fine china, pottery, jewellery, posters, exhibition catalogues and greetings cards. Admission: CAD10 adults; CAD7.50 seniors (65+); CAD5.50 students; CAD3 children (6-12); CAD20 families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: zhangy |
 Photo: Trista B |
 Photo: zhangy |
 Photo: Trista B |
 Photo: Rob Priest |
 Photo: L. M. McClure |
 Photo: erin sanders |
 Photo: s_kohel |
 Photo: Jim Gough |
|
Lachine area history |
711 St-Joseph Boulevard (Near 6th) Montreal, QC H8S 2M2 Canada +1 514 637 7433 |
This museum is dedicated to presenting the history of the Lachine area and its importance in western trade and commerce expansion during the 18th century. One effective display is the A Canal, A Town exhibit. It depicts the obstacles and triumphs in the construction of the Lachine Canal, predecessor to the St Lawrence Seaway and the jumping off point into the interior of North America. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Interactive history museum |
335 place d'Youville (Near St-Sacrement) Montreal, QC H2Y 3T1 Canada +1 514 872 3207 http://www2.ville.montreal.qc.... |
Housed in a Queen Anne-style firehouse in Old Montreal, this interactive museum presents the history of Montreal from 1642 to the present day. There are eight exhibition halls, each presenting a different era in Montreal's history. Period furniture and objects, videos, slides, theatrical recreations and audio recordings are available. Guidebooks are available in both French and English. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Paul Villafuerte |
 Photo: Virginia Sarrazin |
 Photo: MonoRoku |
 Photo: Jacob B. Schwartz |
 Photo: Jacob B. Schwartz |
 Sombre memorial |
5151 Côte-Ste-Catherine Road (Near Westbury) Montreal, QC H3W 1M6 Canada +1 514 345 2605 http://www.mhmc.ca/ |
Montreal has the third largest holocaust survivor population in the world and this museum displays a collection of over 400 artifacts and video testimonies. It encourages visitors to fight intolerance in all its forms and offers the visitor an unforgettable journey about tragedy and triumph. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts |
1379 Sherbrooke Street Pavillion P. O. Box 3000 Montreal, QC H3G 2T9 Canada +1 514 285 2000 / +1 800 899 6873 http://www.mmfa.qc.ca/ |
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts includes work by famed artists. You will find work by Monet, Van Gogh, Gauguin and other world famous artists. Observe these masterpieces and form your own opinions about them. Stop by at the gallery, where various interesting exhibitions take place throughout the year. The museum's mission is to display the diverse public work of Canadian and international artists. You'll find both contemporary and ancient artists. Go ahead and enjoy an arty experience! Admission fee depends on the exhibition and is half on Wednesdays after 5p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Gilman Tolle |
 Photo: Robbie Sproule |
 Photo: Jared |
 Photo: NickRowe |
 Photo: Andrew Kuchling |
 Photo: Andrew Kuchling |
 Photo: Mengyu-Annie Luo |
 Photo: Mary Delaney Krugman |
 Photo: Tanya Sa |
 Photo: Tamu Townsend |
 Photo: Angela Baughan |
 Photo: Rachel Horwitz |
 Photo: Istvan Pusztai |
 Photo: becuri0us |
 Photo: Dee Harding |
 Photo: cher |
 Photo: canouan_valleyfield |
 Photo: Istvan Pusztai |
 Photo: Marc Audet |
 Photo: Wendy Lau |
 Photo: Wan Kim |
|
Self-serve eco-centre |
4777 Pierre-de-Coubertin Avenue (Near Viau) Montreal, QC H1V 1B3 Canada +1 514 868 3000 http://www2.ville.montreal.qc.... |
Housed in what was the Olympic velodrome, this science center and ecological zoo is home to four distinct ecosystems. You will find a lush Tropical Forest, the temperate Laurentian Forest, the St. Lawrence Marine Ecosystem and the Polar worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic. Plenty of interpretative panels and staff are on hand to help you on your self-guided tour. The Environment Place amphitheater presents films, performances and lectures, all related to conservation and environmental protection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Robyn |
 Photo: saintmikes |
 Photo: Robyn |
 Photo: Lise Smith |
 Photo: Manny |
 Photo: Thomas Parisot |
 Photo: Marion |
 Photo: Ole Mikkelsen |
 Photo: Peter Bull |
 Photo: Red Jenny |
 Photo: Kim Racon |
 Photo: VanDerMouche |
 Photo: VanDerMouche |
 Photo: breathing space |
 Photo: ziad chatila |
 Photo: Justin Pratscher |
 Photo: Dubes Sonego |
 Photo: Theodor Thornthrop |
 Photo: Justin Pratscher |
 Photo: Jeremy Murray |
 Photo: Eli Spiro |
 Photo: Peter Loeppky |
 Photo: Pamela Norris |
 Photo: Arthur Ngai |
 Photo: BowenPhoto |
 Photo: Pascal Charest |
 Photo: Zara Heuser |
 Photo: Philip Rivard |
 Photo: Andrea Costa |
 Photo: Marcelo Santos |
 Photo: Daniel Regueira |
 Photo: Shibam Roy |
 Photo: Meghan G |
 Photo: durocher1766@rogers.com |
 Photo: linepithomatic |
 Photo: Tracey Taylor |
 Photo: Jeff Clark |
 Photo: xdsun |
 Photo: John R. Fitzgerald |
 Photo: yaelho |
 Photo: Elvin Dechesne |
 Photo: Artista |
|
The sky is the limit. |
1000 rue Saint-Jacques West (At Peel) Montreal, QC H3C 1G7 Canada +1 514 872 4530 http://www.planetarium.montrea... |
For more than 30 years, this planetarium has brought Montrealers spectacular views of space, the solar system, stars, black holes and galaxies, all thanks to a powerful Zeiss projector. There are also multimedia shows on meteorites, space travel and the beginning of the universe. These spectacular demonstrations please both the amateur and the more serious student of astronomy. The well-stocked boutique offers hundreds of books, objects and other souvenirs pertaining to the world of astronomy and space exploration. Admission: $6.50 Adults; $5 Students and Seniors; $3.25 Children 5-17. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Janet Cordahi |
 Photo: Francois Pouthier |
 Photo: Francois Pouthier |
|
Landscape showcase |
118 St-Pierre Street (Near d'Youville) Montreal, QC H2Y 2L7 Canada +1 514 845 6108 http://www.museemafortin.org/ |
Located in the heart of Old Montreal amid a rich cultural heritage, this museum is dedicated to the works of one of Quebec's greatest painters, Marc-Aurèle Fortin. Generally considered one of the leading landscape painters of this century, Fortin single-handedly transformed the art of realistic landscape painting. The museum features many of his greatest works, as well as those of both established and rising Quebec artists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: eric |
 Photo: andre.argeris |
|
Uncluttered and welcoming |
185 Ste-Catherine Street West (Near Bleury) Montreal, QC H2X 3X5 Canada +1 514 847 6226 http://www.macm.org/ |
Located at Place des Arts, this museum prides itself on presenting extraordinary, sometimes controversial contemporary art in an uncluttered and welcoming setting. There is a reasonable permanent collection of Canadian artists and the outdoor sculpture garden, which changes seasonally, is of particular interest. Among the best known components of the collection are works by Paul-Émile Borduas and renowned photographer Jeff Wall. Temporary exhibitions include photography, multimedia, sculpture, film and artist-in-residence programs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Compton & Wright |
 Photo: Tyler McCoy |
 Photo: Mark Boucher |
 Photo: James Anok |
 Photo: Meera Lee Sethi |
 Photo: Michelle Li |
 Photo: liz dizon |
 Photo: Michelle Li |
 Photo: Carla Madden |
 Photo: Sarah Hunt |
 Photo: Nicole Plante |
 Photo: Carla Madden |
 Photo: Jamie Klinger |
 Photo: Ivan Contramaestre |
 Photo: Paula Tadeo |
 Photo: dmucc728 |
 Photo: Lauren M. Harrison |
 Photo: Kristin Miller |
 Photo: Pietro Santachiara |
|
Golden Mile area |
1379 Sherbrooke Street West (At Crescent) Montreal, QC H3G 1J5 Canada +1 514 285 2000 / +1 800 899 6873 (Toll Free) http://www.mbam.qc.ca/ |
Since its founding 130 years ago, this museum has put together one of the best collections of fine art in North America, with more than 25,000 objects in all. The museum moved into its present location just before World War I. The Jean-Noel Desmarais building holds most of the temporary exhibits while the permanent collection lies in the Benaiah Gibb building across the street. The museum also stages special programs such as Wednesday evening lectures, noontime and evening concerts, and films. Admission to the Permanent Collection is free. Temporary exhibits: USD12 Adults, USD6 Students and Seniors (65+), Free Children 12 and under, USD24 Family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: D McK |
 Photo: weimin liu |
 Photo: steve mcfarland |
 Photo: noricum |
 Photo: Stella Lehto |
 Photo: Mukesh |
 Photo: noricum |
 Photo: weimin liu |
 Photo: Jerry Lowell |
 Photo: Ben Schaafsma |
 Photo: lesmcknight |
|
Medical history comes alive |
201 des Pins Avenue West (Near St-Urbain) Montreal, QC H2W 1R5 Canada +1 514 849 2919 http://www.museedeshospitalier... |
Montreal's medical history comes alive in this small mid-town museum, facing Mount Royal and adjacent to the Hôtel-Dieu Hospital. Opened in 1992, it is dedicated to Jeanne Mance, founder of Montreal's first hospital. There are also exhibits about the Nursing Order of Nuns, the Hospitalières of St Joseph and temporary exhibits such as Medical History In Our Times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Working class museum |
2050 Amherst Street (Near Ontario) Montreal, QC H2L 3L8 Canada +1 514 528 8444 |
Local history comes alive in this exquisitely renovated public bathhouse, which is a beautiful example of 1920s architecture. This museum was created to chronicle the history of the Gay Village, which is one of the city's oldest and most intriguing neighbourhoods. Through photos, artifacts and interviews, this museum focuses on the working class and the effects of industrialization in the area. A permanent exhibit touches on the history of the workers in the area, their families and the condition of their daily lives. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
First landing spot |
350 Place Royale (Corner of De la Commune) Montreal, QC H2Y 3Y5 Canada +1 514 872 9150 http://www.pacmusee.qc.ca/ |
Built on the site where Montreal's founders first landed, this history and archeology museum opened exactly 350 years after the event, in 1992. It stands on the remains of original historical buildings, and parts of the old fortification walls are on display. It features a multimedia show and an underground archaeological tour, along with various temporary exhibits. Highlights include the triangular Éperon Building, the former Customs House, and Place Royale. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Olivier, Kebawe.com |
 Photo: Jonathan Feinberg |
 Photo: Charles Kaiser |
 Photo: Daniel Martel Racine |
 Photo: Ba Loc Dao |
 Photo: Paul J. Balcaen |
 Photo: Mark Morgan |
 Photo: Lisa Crowder |
 Photo: anne l. kim |
|
Eclectic architecture |
859 Sherbrooke Street West (McGill University Campus) Montreal, QC H3A 2K6 Canada +1 514 398 4086 http://www.mcgill.ca/redpath/ |
Facing the Arts Building on the McGill University campus, this example of award-winning Victorian Classicism and late Greek Revival architecture was commissioned in 1880 and opened in 1882. Its eclectic architecture goes well with its natural history collection, which includes prehistoric and modern animals, rocks, crystals, and precious stones. It even has a small collection of famous Burgess Shale fossils. A dinosaur skeleton dominates the main display area, while temporary exhibits are found at the entrance to the hall. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Leonie Kootstra |
 Photo: NikonJunkie |
 Photo: tom burke |
 Photo: Aaron Wenner |
 Photo: NikonJunkie |
 Photo: Young |
 Photo: Matt Campbell |
 Photo: Journo from T.O. |
 Photo: nadeem82 |
 Photo: Nils Vik |
 Photo: Dawne Tortorella |
|
History and religion |
615 Ste-Croix Avenue (Near de l'Église) Montreal, QC H4L 3X6 Canada +1 514 747 7367 |
Housed in a beautiful church moved piece by piece from downtown Montreal in the early 1930s, this impressive gallery houses a permanent exhibit of area history, folk arts and crafts and religious art. Temporary exhibits include Siqiniq: Under the Same Sun, a much-heralded interactive children's' exhibit of Native Canadian art and culture (May 9-August 26, 2001) and Saint-Laurent, du village à la ville, chronicling the urban and suburban development of the area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Intriguing collections |
20 Tour de l'Isle Road (Île Sainte-Hélène) Montreal, QC H3C 4G6 Canada +1 514 861 6701 http://www.stewart-museum.org/ |
This museum, established in 1955, today occupies the entire stone arsenal building at the Fort on Île Ste-Hélène. There is a live recreation of an 18th century French division as well as special exhibitions featuring household and scientific objects, weaponry, antique maps, antiquarian books and engravings, navigational aids and archival material. An international decorative arts collection is featured in the Heritage Europe Gallery, and the boutique has gifts for all occasions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Jason Hoff |
|
Hockey hero shrine |
2800 Viau Street (At Pierre-de-Coubertin) Montreal, QC H1V 3J3 Canada +1 514 251 9930 |
Maurice "The Rocket" Richard was one of the finest hockey players in the history of the game, but his legacy transcends sports. After retirement he became a powerful but reclusive figure in Quebec society; although his politics were largely unknown, he was widely adopted as a separatist icon. His body lay in state at the Molson Centre upon his death in the spring of 2000, drawing hundreds of thousands of mourners. This museum features memorabilia, photos and interactive exhibits, along with an impressive bronze statue of The Rocket outside. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Ken Rosa |
 Photo: Jinghao Yang |
 Photo: Pierre Leroux |