Canadian Children's Museum, Children's museum in the Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau, Canada
The museum features interactive exhibits including a Mexican kitchen, an open-air market, and a cargo ship for children to explore global cultures.
Founded in 1989, the Canadian Children's Museum has expanded twice, in 1994 and 2007, and celebrated its eight-millionth visitor in July 2007.
The permanent exhibition 'The Great Adventure' presents children with destinations from Nigeria, Japan, India, Mexico, and Indonesia through hands-on activities.
The facility maintains extended hours on Thursdays and includes dedicated washrooms, nursing stations, and special admission rates for families and Indigenous peoples.
Children can investigate an Egyptian pyramid with hieroglyphs and examine international artifacts from a collection of over 15,000 items.
Location: Gatineau
Inception: 1989
Website: https://historymuseum.ca/visit/childrens-museum
GPS coordinates: 45.42919,-75.70889
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:09
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