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McCord Stewart Museum: Montreal's Social History Hub

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Explore Montreal's history, culture, and communities through captivating exhibits and collections at the McCord Stewart Museum.

The McCord Stewart Museum, located in downtown Montreal, is dedicated to preserving and celebrating Montreal's social history, as well as its influence on Canada and the world. With a collection of over 2.5 million artifacts, images, and documents, the museum offers a glimpse into the lives of Montrealers, past and present.

A brief summary to McCord Stewart Museum

  • Monday 10 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-9 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-5 pm
  • Friday 10 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-5 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-5 pm
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  • Visit on Wednesday evenings for free access to the permanent exhibition, or reduced admission to temporary exhibitions.
  • Take public transit, as the museum is easily accessible via McGill metro station or the 24 bus.
  • Check the museum's website for current exhibitions and special events.
  • If you have mobility issues, use the entrance at 2175 Victoria Street.

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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    The McCord Stewart Museum is conveniently accessible by public transportation. From McGill Metro station (Green Line), exit onto Sherbrooke Street West and walk west for one block. The museum will be on your left, across from McGill University. Alternatively, take Bus 24 along Sherbrooke Street and disembark near the museum. A single fare for public transport is around $3.50 CAD.

  • Walking

    If you are in downtown Montreal, walking to the McCord Stewart Museum is a viable option. From Place Ville Marie, head north on McGill College Avenue, then turn left onto Sherbrooke Street West. Continue for several blocks; the museum will be on your left, across from McGill University. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. No costs involved.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Montreal. Simply provide 'McCord Stewart Museum' as your destination. The museum is located at 690 Sherbrooke Street West. A short taxi ride from downtown Montreal (e.g., from Central Station) will typically cost between $10 and $15 CAD, depending on traffic.

Discover more about McCord Stewart Museum

The McCord Stewart Museum, a landmark in the heart of Montreal for over a century, showcases the city's vibrant history, creativity, and diversity. It's located across from McGill University, easily accessible by public transport.The museum's collection of over 2.5 million items includes costumes, Indigenous artifacts, material culture, photography, and documentary art. These collections offer insight into the social history of Montreal, Quebec, and Canada. The museum also holds the extensive Notman photographic collection, providing a visual record of Canada from the mid-19th to the early 20th century.The McCord Stewart Museum creates exhibitions and activities that explore social history and contemporary issues through a critical and inclusive lens. The museum also aims to amplify the voices of the communities that make up the city by interpreting and disseminating the remarkable heritage under its custody.Founded as the McCord National Museum in 1921, the museum has evolved over the years, merging with the Stewart Museum in 2013 and the Fashion Museum in 2018. This has broadened its collection and allowed it to explore different facets of Montreal's history and culture.
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