The Arnprior & McNab/Braeside Archives is a volunteer run, community archives dedicated to acquiring, preserving and providing access to historical documents pertaining to
the area.
Come into our galleries to explore the economic lives of Canadians, travel through the history of money and discover the role the Bank of Canada plays in helping the Canadian economy run smoothly. See the economy from a whole new perspective — yours.
30 Bank Street Ottawa Ontario K1A 0G9 (613) 782-8914 bankofcanadamuseum.ca [email protected]
The Billings family settled on the shores of the Rideau River in 1812 and took an active role in shaping the community as it evolved over time and until the 1970s when they left the estate. This National Historic Site on 8 acres of green space is also home to one of Ottawa’s oldest community cemeteries where well-known Ottawa pioneers, such as the Evans, Brouse and Firth families, are laid to rest.
2100 Cabot Street Ottawa Ontario K1H 6K1 (613) 247-4830 ottawa.ca/en/residents/arts-heritage-and-culture/museums-and-historic-sites/billings-estate-national-historic [email protected]
Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the Bytown Museum explores the stories of an evolving city and its residents from its early days as Bytown to present day Ottawa.
1 Canal Lane Ottawa Ontario K1P 5P6 (613) 234-4570 bytownmuseum.com [email protected]
The Canadian War Museum is Canada’s national museum of military history and one of the world’s most respected museums for the study and understanding of armed conflict.
1 Vimy Pl Ottawa Ontario K1A 0M8 819-776-7000 www.warmuseum.ca
Play in the past and make memories for the future at your City of Ottawa’s local museums and historic sites. Enjoy a wide array of themed events, hands-on activities and interactive exhibits.