McCord Museum of Canadian History

The vast collections and exhibits at the McCord Museum will greatly expand your knowledge of Canadian history

McCord Museum of Canadian HIstory
McCord Museum of Canadian HIstory cc licensed photo by Jeangagnon

The McCord Museum of Canadian History is a public research and educational museum. It is dedicated to preserving, studying and otherwise appreciating Canadian history. The museum was founded in 1921 by David McCord. The first artefacts belonging to the museum were collections from his own family. The collection has grown astronomically since then.

The ethnology and archaeology collection features over 15 000 artefacts which document the Aboriginal people of Canada. This includes communities living in Alaska and the northern parts of the United States. Some of the artefacts date back more then 10 000 years.

The costume and textiles collection features over 18 000 artefacts of clothing and footwear and various accessories. The collection includes North America's oldest known patchwork quilt, believed to have been made in 1726.

The Notman Photographic Archives contains over a million photographs and various items of early photographic equipment. It is designed to present a visual glance at Montreal dating from the 1840s to the current day. The collection includes approximately 200 000 glass negatives from the William Notmanand Son Photographic Studio. This exhibit is certainly the photography enthusiasts dream.

In addition to these collections there are various paintings and prints and other works of art on display. You are also able to view a number of document and archives from the various periods of Montreal's history as they have been donated by various members of the public.

The museum is wheelchair friendly.



Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

Musée McCord Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address: 690 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montréal, QC H3A 1E9, Canada

Phone: (514) 861-6701

Official Website: Musée McCord

Musée McCord Reviews

Rated 4.4 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating I really enjoyed! The guided tour was great! Every staff is kind. I love to be a member of the museum. It’s only $35 and unlimited access! My kid also liked it a lot with activities prepared for families. The photo making machine was wonderful! It will be a memorable souvenir!! *People who with wheelchair and strollers can enter by the side door of the building!
Cela Vie - 7 months ago

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5 Star Rating Really nice museum (food and African fashion exhibition I really loved) buy the tickets in advance it’s $3 cheaper
Kiaam Kearse - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating I visited the McCord Stewart Museum years ago, and it stood out for its clear focus on Montréal’s social history, photography, and cultural collections. The exhibits were well‑organized and easy to follow, with a mix of permanent displays and rotating shows that kept the visit engaging without feeling overwhelming. The museum isn’t large, but the curation is thoughtful, and the space feels calm and manageable — a good stop if you want a deeper understanding of the city beyond the major landmarks. Staff were welcoming during my visit, and the building’s location near McGill makes it easy to combine with other stops in the area. I plan to revisit and update this review with current photos and clips.
Moments in Motion - 2 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating Great museum focusing on Montreal history, regional culture, and textiles fr all over the world.
AL Petit - 3 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating We went to see the Victorian Ball and First Nations exhibits. For a small museum, it had very nice collections and was a great way to have a little afternoon excursion for only $20. It was wonderful to see hiw elaborate and colorful the costumes were. My only complaint was that the main room in the ball exhibition was so dimly lit, you couldn't see the colors on the gowns without a flashlight. Don't forget to check out the beautiful items in the gift shop!
thetruthergirls - 9 months ago

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Directions

Metro Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Line 1 - GreenMcGill Station3 Minutes

How to get to Musée McCord by Metro

By Metro: Take Metro LIne 1 to McGill Station and take the University Exit. Walk one block north on University Street and turn left onto Sherbrook Street W continuing to the museum entrance.

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