The Canadian Museum of Nature
November 16th 2015 Every modern nation needs a place to keep important artifacts and documents so they will be available for research and the enlightenment of future generations. In 1905 the Canadian government decided to construct an impressive building for that purpose in Ottawa, about a mile south of Parliament Hill. To this end they imported 300 stone masons from Scotland to build a Tudor Revival edifice with cr
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Nanci Phelan
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Delightful
This was so upbeat and delightful. I have been at this Museum to see films many years ago but did not have the opportunity to see the exhibits. I did have the experience of enjoying the gorgeous stained glass and grandiose lobby with the marble and winding staircase. I'm so happy to hear this building is being maintained so well. I love the modern addition which merges old and new architecture even if it looks bit bizarre. I can see that you have had fun times there with your grandchildren. What a gift to the community. Loved the animal photos.... and that whale is pretty amazing. I saw a similar one in a museum in Tofino. You have to see them to appreciate their majesty.