I believe we could have saved money with visited to McCord museum and Jewish museum (please check). I really enjoyed the special fashion display and the history of Jewish immigrants in Montreal.
It's a great place to learn about Canadian indigenous culture and it's sad yet resilient history. However the non-indigenous related exhibits are rather lackluster unless you are a fashion mogul, in which case I also recommend that part of the museum.
If you are going on a free entry day (Wednesday after 5pm) do buy tickets to any special paid exhibitions that might be on as otherwise the free portion is rather very small and you will not get to see much.
Interest in art and culture, history of the country
Very interesting. Maybe a little coffee sandwich would be appreciated!
Brilliant exhibitions that are very different from other museums. Layout of building is cool. Staff are super friendly and knowledgeable.
Museum for children over 5 but under 60! We go there once, no more!
Beautiful exhibition Le grenier aux Tresors, toys from the last 5 generations.
My 3 year old and 1 year old liked it very much. Several activities and workshops in addition to the exhibition, which made everyone happy.
Ok, we went around quickly, I didn't really find any particular interest
There are very beautiful exhibitions. I personally saw the one on Balenciaga and it was very interesting. The facilities are good, there are not too many people. It is very beautiful, modern. The people who work there are nice. I just find it a little complicated to find where the exhibition is. In short, that's fine.
Visited the 1st Sunday of the month (therefore free). Once finished, I'm glad I didn't pay for it. The layout leaves something to be desired a photo exhibition of Montreal takes a complete room for 12 photos. Everything is super dark and placed in any way. In addition we feel very bad in the museum.
Went here for a fashion event. It was cool. I also went for the Montreal through the times exhibit. Quite interesting.
Will put together museum. Is bilingual. Good view of Montreal history. Inexpensive.
Temporary exhibits are interesting, relevant, and fun
Well organised. Effective. Competent and friendly staff.
A bit small, but really powerful exhibits. If you can go while the Monkman exhibit is there, do so.
three wonderful exhibits right now, Robert Walker's Griffintown photos, Dior, and Chapleau. the McCord folks are careful about mask-wearing, social distancing and sanitizing hands. well worth the price of admission!
Super nice place with interactive experiences for the whole family.
I recommend visiting on a Sunday morning if you are with child as they have gifts and entertainment customed for them + it's free for any kiddo under 12yo!
Good little museum, but expensive for what it is. For Montreal residents, there are library passes that you can borrow. So at that moment, this museum becomes great.
BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED EXHIBITS. Great museum with a lot of variety in it's content.
Museum that kids will love. The permanent exhibition is interesting. I have to go back there to have the time to complete that.
Perfect for a good overview of the history of canada !!!
The McCord Museum is a little gem of a museum. I learned the museum is home to a Political Cartoon Collection. We went to a talk with Terry Mosher know as Aislin and then had a walk with him of his show on the third floor. It was a wonderful morning and I learned a lot. I would recommend the exhibit and the museum.
Is interesting the habits of the Indians. These costumes, etc. The 2 floor toy museum is full of memories all the public dreams and tells stories
A bit expensive for the visit of the toy exhibition. One think of it for spring break.
This small museum has a very nice permanent exposition concerning "l'heritage des Premiers Peuples", which is very interesting and a must if you want to understand the identity problem of the native Canadians. Also the temporary Haida exhibition is beautiful.
Superb collections at an affordable price, we were happy to discover this museum
I love great exhibits that showcase our Canadian history. The Notman exhibit was great and showed a more artsy photo side. Did you know that for paid exhibits, you get half off on Wednesday? !?
I wouldnt even know where to start, this place is great. Dont forget to eat lunch at the bistro!
Small unpretentious museum with always interesting but light exhibitions. You can enjoy free Wednesday evening (from 5pm to 9pm) or with a map of Montreal libraries
Ok, we went around quickly, I didn't really find any particular interest
Very small and little content in the exhibitions. Expensive for what it offers.
Small interesting museum for Canadian art from its origins to the present day.
Original but ....
Beautiful museum, not too big, even beautiful collection of traditional indigenous clothing
I particularly enjoyed the Kent Monkman exhibit, well worth the visit!
A lovely Museum in the heart of Montreal. The architecture is amazing, and the exhibits are worth the price of admission and then some.
A must-see Montreal museum offering permanent and temporary exhibitions (notably that of Jean-Claude Poitras, with guided tour made by the designer himself). You can spend several hours discovering both Montreal's history and that of Quebec and Canada. Small shop at the entrance where many original objects are sold there.
Cannot stop laughing at the other review. Whats the point to go to the museum if you cannot take pictures lollll.
People these days!
Anyways Eleganza is a small exhibition a little bit in the dark and there's a spotlight to see every pieces so thanks God theres is no pictures aloud as it would be really annoying!
I really liked it! I went on a tuesday because money to go at a museum is not an issue for me :-)
my only complain is the exhibition is a little too small and I was not interested that much in the latest fashion . I don't need to go to a museum to see a dress that was made 3 years ago but well I understand the concept is also until today.
Not my first time at this Museum really happy to go every time. Was a little bothered by a bunch of tourists that was talking over a movie but what do you wanna do!
Exposition still worth seeing :-)
The best museum in Montreal! Always interactive and interesting. Good service and organization. A must!
A little expensive but a nicely organized museum. Good Haida exhibition
I was with my 3 kids during Spring Break, ages 8, 10 and 11, and damn it was a boring activity.
First level, Amerindian history, (ok we want to respect them but no interest to see 3-4 feather costumes for young children of the 21st century) 2nd level, some toys in windows, it was without interest, some life size games, the only segment we liked. 3rd level, an exhibition by a designer, no interest in children, not really understanding what it was like there.
In short, we really did not appreciate
Very nice Museum on the subject of Canadian First People. Lots of artifacts
Small museum but very interesting exhibitions. Especially the history of Montreal.
Visited the 1st Sunday of the month (therefore free). Once finished, I'm glad I didn't pay for it. The layout leaves something to be desired a photo exhibition of Montreal takes a complete room for 12 photos. Everything is super dark and placed in any way. In addition we feel very bad in the museum.
Very interesting and informative if you are looking for information on art, culture, lifestyle, traditions of indigenous peoples.
Great publicity, but a bit lacking in volume. Wish there had been more interactive displays.
Museum focusing a lot on the 19th century of Montreal, bad memories ... Magnificent collection of native art. To have
As Montrealers who want to know about our own history we liked it. I am not sure about a tourist would find it, since it contains so much detailed information that many Montrealers are not even aware of. It is nevertheless an important keeper of our history...
Went there several times. Wonderful exhibits, although it can get pretty crowded..
Went in on a Wednesday night when it was free, paid for the supplemtary floors, was well worth the time and money.
We visited the Jewish Montreal exhibit which was underwhelming.
Beautiful exhibits, and it feels good to be back at the museum!
Really awesome exhibition, it holds the largest archive of caricatures in Canada
Great museum. The Balenciaga exhibit was amazing. The restaurant is currently closed.
Beatiful place. I went there for the Notman exhibition, great selection of his photo archive.
Not impressed. Glad it was free admission that day. The exhibits were lacking.
I have 3 kids (6, 4, and 2). Its not easy to find something they will all enjoy but this place was great. Very interactive and the kids all had a blast.
Musée McCord: Celebrating the History of Montreal and its Communities
Located in the heart of Montreal, Musée McCord is a museum that celebrates the rich history of this vibrant city and its diverse communities. With a focus on fashion, photography, and indigenous cultures, Musée McCord is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in exploring Montreal's past.
The museum was founded in 1921 by David Ross McCord, a wealthy businessman who was passionate about collecting historical artifacts related to Montreal. Over the years, the collection grew to include over 1.5 million objects ranging from photographs and paintings to clothing and furniture.
Today, Musée McCord is one of Canada's leading museums with an extensive collection that spans over four centuries of history. The museum's permanent exhibitions showcase some of its most prized possessions including rare photographs from early Montreal, indigenous art and artifacts from across Canada.
One of the highlights of Musée McCord is its fashion collection which includes over 20,000 garments dating back to the 18th century. Visitors can explore everything from Victorian-era dresses to contemporary designs by Canadian designers such as Denis Gagnon and Marie Saint Pierre.
In addition to its permanent exhibitions, Musée McCord also hosts several temporary exhibits throughout the year that explore different aspects of Montreal's history and culture. Recent exhibits have included "Notman: A Visionary Photographer", which showcased some of William Notman's most iconic images from his time as one of Canada's leading photographers in the late 19th century.
Another popular exhibit was "Wearing our Identity - The First Peoples Collection", which explored indigenous clothing traditions across North America through more than 150 pieces created by First Nations artists.
Musée McCord also offers educational programs for visitors young and old including guided tours led by knowledgeable docents who provide insights into each exhibit’s historical context. For families with children aged six months to five years old there are interactive play areas where kids can learn about different aspects related to Montréal’s history while having fun at same time!
Overall, if you're looking for an immersive experience that will take you on a journey through Montréal’s rich cultural heritage then look no further than Musée McCord!
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