The Bytown Museum explores the stories of an evolving city and its residents from its early days as Bytown to present day Ottawa. The Museum is located at the Rideau Canal's Ottawa locks, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, between Parliament Hill and the Château Laurier – one of the most picturesque and amazing sites in the city. The Bytown Museum provides visitors a sense of identity with and pride in Ottawa's rich story. Through its collections, exhibitions and programs it aspires to be a model of excellence in furthering knowledge among diverse visitors of all ages.
The Bytown Museum is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. It explores the stories of an evolving city and its residents from its early days as Bytown to present day Ottawa.
