Canadian Museum of History

100 Laurier Street,, Ottawa, ON

Canadian Museum of History

100 Laurier Street,, Ottawa, ON

613-286-1910

www.historymuseum.ca

Capacity: 2,000 people

About Canadian Museum of History

The Canadian Museum of History is a renowned cultural institution that hosts a wide range of events each year. With its unique architectural features, outstanding collections and world-class rental facilities, the Museum is certain to leave a positive and lasting impression of your special event. Whether you are planning an intimate banquet, cocktail reception, conference, meeting, or even a dream wedding, your guests are sure to enjoy an unforgettable experience.

Event Pricing

Venue prices

Attendees: 0-1000 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for parties and meetings only

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Attendees: 0-1000 | $2,200 - $6,000 /event
Pricing for parties and meetings only

$2,200 - $6,000

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Wedding packages

Attendees: 50-500 | Deposit is Required | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 50-500 | $3,200 - $6,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

$3,200 - $6,500

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Event Spaces

Entire Venue

General Event Space

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Entire Venue

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General Event Space

Supported Layouts and Capacities

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Features

Special Features: Options include our internationally renowned Grand Hall — with its large indoor collection of totem poles and house fronts — and the elegant circular Hub in our new signature gallery, the Canadian History Hall.

The Grand Hall

Maximum Capacity: 1000
Exhibit Hall

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The Grand Hall

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Exhibit Hall | Maximum Capacity: 1000

The Grand Hall, housing one of the world’s largest indoor collections of totem poles, is undoubtedly one of the region’s finest facilities for special events, and is sure to impress your guests. This unique space offers outstanding views of the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill. Grand Hall can accommodate events of all kinds: presentations, banquets, shows, ceremonies, networking evenings and cocktail events. It includes a fixed stage, as well as permanent audio and lighting systems.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 600 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 450 People

Reception
Capacity: 1000 People

Theater
Capacity: 800 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: The majestic Grand Hall – the architectural centrepiece of the Museum with floor-to-ceiling windows of framing a view of Parliament Hill.
Floor Covering: marble
Number of Exhibit Sections: 3
Number of Green Rooms: 3
Special Features: Built in sound and lighting system, tailor made for the Grand Hall. it is also equipped with a stage by default

Haida Gwaii Salon

Maximum Capacity: 400
Banquet Room

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Haida Gwaii Salon

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Banquet Room | Maximum Capacity: 400

The Haida Gwaii Salon is located at the far end of the Grand Hall, and shares the same spectacular views and architecture. It also features Alex Janvier’s magnificent Morning Star, painted on the ceiling dome seven storeys above the granite floor. This space can accommodate up to 100 guests for a seated dinner, and up to 400 for a stand-up cocktail reception.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 120 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 100 People

Reception
Capacity: 400 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Covering: marble
Special Features: Majestic high ceiling ( equivalent to 6 stories high), with spectacular view; outdoor private terrace,

River View Salon

Maximum Capacity: 140
Banquet Room

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River View Salon

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Banquet Room | Maximum Capacity: 140

The River View Salon is a charming private space with a wall of windows, offering panoramic views of the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill. It also includes a semi -private access to an outdoor terrace.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 80 People

Reception
Capacity: 140 People

Amenities

Portable Walls
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: mordern, bistro atmosphere
Floor Covering: carpet
Special Features: This crescent shaped room is surrounded by windows, offering a spectacular view of the Parliament Buildings and Ottawa River

The Panorama Café

Maximum Capacity: 250
Banquet Room

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The Panorama Café

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Banquet Room | Maximum Capacity: 250

The Panorama Café provides a magnificent panoramic view of the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill. It also offers access to a terrace. This space can accommodate up to 160 guests for a seated dinner, and up to 200 for a stand-up cocktail reception.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 130 People

Reception
Capacity: 250 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: crescent shaped room, comtemporary decor, wooden floor, lots of windows
Floor Covering: hardwood
Special Features: This room is surrounded by windows, and offers a large outdoor terrace with a spectacular view of the city. Terrace is large enough to host an outdoor wedding ceremony

CMH Theatre

Maximum Capacity: 503
Theater

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CMH Theatre

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 503

The Theatre is fully equipped and ideal for conferences, seminars, awards ceremonies and performances of all types. The Theatre seats 500 guests in comfort, featuring integrated state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 503 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Worthy of the most acclaimed performers, the Museum’s Theatre is suitable for a wide range of conferences and productions.
Floor Covering: wood/linolemum
Number of Green Rooms: 4
Special Features: The Theatre is equipped with professional lighting and a high-quality sound system and has a large stage area. It also supports video, DVD, and film presentations. Additional features include a loading dock, dressing rooms, green room, internet access.

Douglas Cardinal Salon

Maximum Capacity: 100
General Event Space

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Douglas Cardinal Salon

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 100

The Douglas Cardinal Salon is located near the Grand Hall. It is ideal for meetings and workshops. Adjacent to the Douglas Cardinal Salon is the VIP Lounge which is often used for catering services, as a breakout room, or for small meetings.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 80 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 60 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 45 People

Conference
Capacity: 36 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 42 People

Reception
Capacity: 100 People

U-Shape
Capacity: 42 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: This luxurious meeting room is located on the Museum’s lower level, near the Grand Hall.
Floor Covering: wood
Special Features: beside an Museum Exhibit, projection screen, WiFi

the Canadian History Hall

Maximum Capacity: 200
Banquet Room

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the Canadian History Hall

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Banquet Room | Maximum Capacity: 200

Make your event even more memorable! Come join us in the heart of history, in the spectacular Hub of our new signature exhibition. Captivate your guests with the opportunity to explore their roots and discover the history of Canada, as told like never before.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 150 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 120 People

Reception
Capacity: 200 People

Amenities

Dance Floor
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Difficult to describe as this is a most unique venue!
Special Features: The Canadian History Hall offers a unique experience to your guests; you can visit the History of Canada, from its first people's origins, to present day.

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
On-Site Catering Service
Outdoor Function Area
Waterfront
Waterview
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 2000
Number of Event/Function Spaces: 8
Special Features: Options include our internationally renowned Grand Hall — with its large indoor collection of totem poles and house fronts — and the elegant circular Hub in our new signature gallery, the Canadian History Hall.

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