Canadian Children's Museum, Ottawa

Opened on June 29, 1989, the Canadian Children’s Museum (CCM) is devoted exclusively to the development of children. It forms part of the Canadian Museum of Civilization whose main focus is laid upon cultural and traditional activities of people around the world. While designing the building for the new Canadian Museum of Civilization in 1982, a decision was made that a separate museum should be built specially for children, who traditionally form a substantial part of the museum audience. As a result, a rich collection of modern and classical material of children’s culture, such as artworks, books, toys, clothing, games, and many other items, have been gathered here in order to help develop kids' cognitive abilities.

There are more than 30 spaces in the museum holding permanent exhibitions, using which the children can learn in a contextual environment and accentuated process rather than acquire book knowledge.

The opening of the CCM's second phase in 1994 resulted in further expansion of its services. In 1995, the parks outside the museum were expanded with a view to accommodating outdoor exhibitions. Today, the Canadian Children’s Museum covers a total area of 8036.19 square meters (86,501.55 square feet), both inside and outside.

Since its inauguration, the attendance and community interest in the Canadian Children’s Museum has risen considerably, to the average of 500,000 visitors per annum. Since 1989, the museum has served over eight million children and their families and the number is growing day by day.

Why You Should Visit:
Nice & safe place for kids to learn about different cultures and have fun while doing so.
You can spend up to 3 hrs in one space (Children's Museum); parents can also roam around the great hall and other floors as well, or relax in the cafeteria.