The Canadian Museum of History is a centre for research & public information on the human history of the country. IG: @CanMusHistory. Français: @MusCanHistoire

Gatineau, Ottawa
Joined February 2009
The CINÉ+ theatre will be closed for the day on February 23 for maintenance. But don’t worry – we’ll be screening films again on February 24. The Canadian Museum of History will remain open as usual during this time. Visit our website for hours and admission.
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Heads up, visitors! 👋 The Canadian Children’s Museum will close early on Feb 10 at 4 pm for maintenance. We will welcome you back on Feb 11 at 9 am. The Canadian Museum of History will remain open as usual during this time. Visit our website for hours and admission. 🏛️✨
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🎶 It was here for a good time, Not a long time 🎶 And we hope you 🎶 had a good time 🎶 because we enjoyed sharing “Retro – Popular Music in Canada From the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s” with all of you. Please note that the Museum is closed for maintenance Jan.19-23. 🎶Trooper
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It’s the last curtain call, the final encore! 🎶 Retro - Popular Music in Canada From the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s closes January 18. See the special exhibition before the final bow!
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🎪🌍Bring the family to the Museum for “Atlas Géocircus – Entre mer et monde!” ✨ It's a show blending acrobatics, juggling, balancing, and contortion, exploring the wonders of the oceans! 🤸‍♂️🌊 📅 Jan31. 🎫 bit.ly/4q1zndK 🌟 25% off for members! Available in French only
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⚠️Reminder🧹 The Museum will be closed Jan.19-23, 2026, for annual maintenance. Take the opportunity to visit us online! 🎧️ Listen to our podcast Artifactuality bit.ly/4hiP0tz 💻 Read our blog bit.ly/4qS0uYX 📽 Go on a virtual tour bit.ly/4sBvlui
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It’s time to RUSH to the Museum to visit Retro! Before the exhibition closes on Jan.18, see Geddy Lee’s double neck electric bass 🎸, Alex Lifeson’s double neck electric 🎸 & Neil Peart’s 🥁➡️ bit.ly/3Q7rxz4 CMH 2001.122.2., 3 & 6, Rush Collection, gifts of the artists
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Sam Glode’s story is not only about war or hunting — it is about relationships. Sam’s descendants continue to carry his stories and connection to Kespukwitk (SW N.S.), strengthening his legacy of care for the land, water, and community. bit.ly/4opCThb @mikmaweydebert
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Last chance! ⏰ Free for kids 17 & under, 50% off for 18–24. Make your winter visit to the Museum unforgettable before January 15. 🎟️ Reserve today → historymuseum.ca/plan-your-v… #CanadaStrongPass
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Born on Jan. 11, 1934, in Shawinigan, Québec, Joseph Jacques Jean Chrétien would leave his hometown but would always proudly remain “the little guy from Shawinigan” Read more about his career ➡️ bit.ly/49kiWCe 📷 Flyer, 1984. Gift of Grant Harper. CMH 2023-H0003_60_001
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