Holidays at the Museum

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Until January 5
The McCord Stewart Museum offers special programming around the return of the iconic Ogilvy's Christmas mechanical windows that have enchanted Montrealers for over 75 years.
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Toys selection

Free for ages 17 and under | In the Museum Theatre

View a selection of toys from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, that are part of the Museum’s collection, and admire the ever-so-elegant fashion doll Miss Lily Darboy from 1863, who shows off her impressive trousseau

In relation with exhibition Manasie Akpaliapik. Inuit Universe

Textures of an Imagined Journey

Explore Arctic textures and complete a familiar landscape to Manasie Akpaliapik: Ikpiarjuk. By cutting, tearing and gluing patterns and textures, fill in the postcard of your imagined trip to the Far North. Free for ages 17 and under
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The Arctic Story Factory

Immerse yourself in Inuit culture, where you let your imagination run wild as you create stories inspired by the legends and characters depicted in Manasie Akpaliapik’s work. Free for ages 17 and under
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Games and tour for the family

Christmas mechanical window

Seek and find

Take part in a captivating game of Seek and find with the whole family. Dive into the observation of Ogilvy's mechanical Christmas window displays and spot the adorable plush characters hiding inside.

Free exploration booklet available at the box office.

Holiday gifts in partnership with Place Montréal Trust

Contest

The festive season is here! The McCord Stewart Museum and Place Montréal Trust offer you a golden opportunity to spoil yourself and your loved ones. Over $3,000 in gift cards and memberships are up for grabs! Visit the Museum and scan the QR code at the admission to enter from December 1 to 23, 2024.

Gift cards

Starting December 1st, for every purchase of $10 or more at the Museum ticket office, you'll receive a $10 coupon to use at the shops at Place Montréal Trust! This coupon can be exchanged for a $10 gift card at the customer service desk located in the Eaton Centre, valid until February 28, 2025. While stocks last. Limit of one gift card per person for the duration of the offer.

A Family-friendly Museum

The Museum provides a welcoming environment, and a variety of services designed to enhance the experience for families. Amenities include a meal area, a nursing room, self-service lockers, and changing tables, all readily accessible.

Holiday season at the Boutique

What better way to treat yourself or your loved ones than with high-quality products created by local artisans?

For the holiday season, the Boutique offers jewelry, decorative objects, home accessories, Indigenous creations, a vast selection of books and other gift ideas showcasing local talent, with something for every generation.
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Blog | Behind-The-Scenes Access

The Museum continues the Ogilvy's holiday window tradition, adding its own special touch.

Discover how Catherine K. Laflamme, Project Manager at Museum McCord Stewart brought back the magic of holiday windows from Ogilvy’s.
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