CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

It is impossible to miss this architecturally unique building, a superb achievement by American architect Antoine Predock. It was erected on Treaty One territory, not far from where the Métis rebelled under the leadership of Louis Riel in 1870. In fact, before construction began, an archaeological dig uncovered more than half a million artifacts that tell the story of this site. Opened in 2014, this national museum is the first to open outside the National Capital Region (Ottawa). It features a variety of galleries with interactive, state-of-the-art multimedia installations, including: What are Human Rights? (see : 100 selected moments in the history of human rights over time from around the world), Aboriginal Perspectives (a beautiful circular theater featuring a 360° film presenting stories about rights and responsibilities as seen by Aboriginal people - Native Americans, Métis and Inuit), Protecting Rights in Canada (presenting the evolution of the legal system and laws in Canada with several original documents including the Proclamation of the Constitution Act, 1982), Examining the Holocaust (an in-depth exploration of the fragility of human rights under the Nazi regime and what causes genocide around the world), Rights Today (a gallery featuring portraits of human rights advocates and focusing on awareness and critical thinking in today's world), Inspiring Change (a gallery for personal reflection on positive social change and the advancement of human rights), etc. A total of 100 hours of video was produced for all of the exhibitions. Allow a minimum of 3 hours on site. A must visit!

Download the museum's application for free. Very well done, rich in information, videos and images. The best thing is to make a virtual visit before your visit in order to find out what you want to discover first. You can also borrow a device with the app for free at the ticket office or at the counter. Note that tours (in French) are also organized by passionate guides. During the summer season, the museum organizes thematic days during the week and family activities on weekends.