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Must See

Grand Hall
Gallery Highlights contains six traditional First Nations long houses.
Besides the collection of totem poles, this hall
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Art ifacts of the First Peoples of the Northwest
Coast can also be viewed, as well as works by
renowned Haida artists.

The eye-catching exterior of
the museum, with its dramatic First
curving walls Peoples Hall
▶ Located on level 1, this hall
highlights the historic, cultural,
and artistic achievements of
Canada’s First Nations, Métis,
and Inuit peoples over the last
20,000 years. Everyday
objects, such as clothing, tools,
Did You Know? stone pots, canoes,
and ceremonial artifacts
are on display.
The museum offers
free admission every
Thursday evening Canadian History Hall
from 5pm to 8pm.
▼ Located on levels three and four, this hall is a
remarkable journey through Canada’s history,
from the dawn of human habitation 15,000 years
ago to the present day. Don’t miss the 3,900-year-
old ivory carving of a woman’s face.

Canadian
Children’s Museum
The Canadian Children’s Museum on level two is
an extremely popular space that contains a “world
tour” of hands-on exhibits, allowing kids to travel
by exploring other cultures. It’s fully interactive,
with costumes, toys, games, and even a full-size
colorful bus to play with.
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