McCord Museum of Canadian History
The vast collections and exhibits at the McCord Museum will greatly expand your knowledge of Canadian history
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: YesMusée 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 out of 5
Worth it for the indigenous exhibit alone. It was a comprehensive look and provided some really engaging texture to a complicated truth.
Heading up the stairs, I imagine the restaurant exhibit would be enjoyed by Montreal-folk especially, as the stories are all local lore.
The Celine Dion exhibit was brief. I wish it had been more comprehensive, as I would have loved to learn more about her life. Still, the dress and performance were pretty awesome.
Jennifer - a month ago
Nice find! I stumbled upon a museum exhibit that’s free on Wednesday evenings, just around the corner on the McGill University campus, and it immediately caught my attention, so off I went.
The McCord Stewart Museum is fully accessible and well equipped with elevators, making it an easy and welcoming visit. I explored the exhibit Aunties’ Work: The Power of Care, which beautifully highlights the vital role Black matriarchs play within their families and communities. It dives into themes of care, community, and cultural preservation in a way that feels both intimate and powerful.
“Auntie,” as many of us know, is a deeply honored term of endearment across the Black diaspora, and this exhibit truly honors that legacy. Though the exhibit is small, it carries a powerful presence. It thoughtfully explores the strength, resilience, and quiet labor of the mother figures who hold families together.
I absolutely enjoyed it.
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TYree S - 5 months ago
It’s good museum to know about history of indigenous people in Canada 🇨🇦 and Quebec, and learn about famous people from Quebec such as Celine Dion !
Farhat agwaeten - 2 months ago
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 - a year ago
Really nice museum (food and African fashion exhibition I really loved) buy the tickets in advance it’s $3 cheaper
Kiaam Kearse - 8 months ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 1 - Green | McGill Station | 3 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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Photo Gallery
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McCord Museum of Canadian HIstory cc licensed photo by Jeangagnon -
Montreal winter circa 1890 - One of thousands of historic photos you can see at the McCord Museum
