Canadian War Museum

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The Canadian War Museum is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. This land has held, and continues to hold, great historical, spiritual and sacred significance. Read the full land acknowledgement.

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The Canadian War Museum in Ottawa, featuring a unique building with a roof made of metal and grass.

Outside the Lines

Women Artists and War

Until Jan. 5, 2025

Cyprus – A Divided Island

Until Jan. 31, 2025

Coloured poster with soldiers and poppies

Winners of the National Youth Remembrance Contests 2024

Until Oct. 13, 2025

The Canadian War Museum in Ottawa showcases a historic plane hanging from the ceiling.

LeBreton Gallery: The Military Technology Collection

The most extensive collection of military technology in Canada

A woman is standing in the Canadian War Museum, surrounded by sacks.

The South African and First World Wars – Canadian Experience Gallery 2

Canada’s contributions in these overseas wars led to a growing autonomy and international recognition, but at great cost.

A group of people looking at exhibits in the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.

Early Wars In Canada – Canadian Experience Gallery 1

The wars of First Peoples, the French and the British shaped Canada and Canadians.

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Illuminating the Shadows: Discover Military History Through Light!

Shed some light on military history with light-themed activities! Join us to explore how light and shadow have shaped the Canadian Armed Forces throughout history. Visit engaging activity stations in the Lobby to experience the poignant act of writing home from the trenches, and make your own Morse code device. December 14, 2024 to January 5, 2025 Night Raid challenge Test your stealth skills through our Night Raid challenge in the Barney Danson Theatre. Can you find all the bean bags for your team as you navigate our obstacle terrain? Times: 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. (English); 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. (French). For ages 4 and up.

Public Tours

Join our regularly scheduled public tours for a closer look at the different chapters in Canadian military history. Our passionate team of program interpreters will lead groups of up to 15 people through our galleries and make these spaces, stories, and artifacts come to life.