Black Watch Armoury

The Black Watch Armoury is a drill hall in Ville-Marie featuring Scottish Baronial architecture with grey limestone walls and metal lettering at the entrance. The building serves as a training facility for the Canadian Forces reserve unit while also hosting community events and military ceremonies.

The building was constructed between 1905 and 1906 for the Royal Highland Regiment and reflects the military needs of that era. It received federal heritage recognition in 1994 and was designated as a National Historic Site in 2008.

The building houses a military museum displaying uniforms, weapons, and personal items from different eras. This collection tells the story of the regiment's role in Canadian military campaigns and its place in the local community.

The building is easily accessible from the street and displays its architectural features clearly from the sidewalk. Visitors should check in advance about any special events, as access may vary depending on military training schedules.

A remarkably large exercise hall is illuminated by substantial windows and accommodates extensive training activities. The Scottish Baronial design with towers and crenellations gives the building the appearance of a medieval fortress set within the urban landscape.

Location: Ville-Marie

Inception: 1949

Architectural style: Scottish Baronial architecture

Website: http://blackwatchcanada.com/en/heritage-and-history/museum-and-archives

GPS coordinates: 45.50780,-73.56970

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23