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“Visit the museum to learn how Montreal was founded”
Designated a national archaeological and historic site, Pointe-à-Callière presents centuries of history from the settlements of our Indigenous People to the present day. Located on a spot occupied by humans for more than a thousand years and on the very site where Montréal was founded, the Museum is home to some remarkable architectural ruins that are showcased on site. Inextricably connected to its site, the Museum owes its development to important archaeological discoveries made in Old Montréal in the eighties. Inaugurated in 1992 as part of the 350th Anniversary celebrations of the City of Montréal, Pointe-à-Callière is the only substantial archaeological museum in Canada. It is also the largest and most visited history museum in Montréal. In addition to the permanent exhibitions – Where Montréal Began, Memory Collector, Building Montréal, Crossroads Montréal, Archaeo-Adventure and Pirates or Privateers? – The Museum also presents Yours Truly, Montréal, an avant-garde multimedia extravaganza on the history of the city. Every year, the Museum also holds three national and international temporary exhibitions as well as a full and constantly changing program of cultural activities for young people and families. In addition, the Museum is home as well to a gift shop and Bistro, L’Arrivage. A must see for anyone who visits or lives in Montréal!
Well worth a visit! Much to see from Egyptian to .... The underground exhibits are a bit confusing and so many placards say the same facts. Worth a 1+ hour visit. Read more
This museum should be one of the first places you visit when in Montreal. It was so interesting to see the archeological dig in the basement. The side by side dioramas of how the city changed and... Read more
We came here on a Saturday shortly after opening. The line to get in was quite long if you didn't order your tickets online. Guides at the desk were very helpful. Considering the line to get... Read more
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- Sun, Sat: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tue - Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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