Free Museum Admission: Montreal Museum Day, May 30/10
May 7, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under General, Museum fun
On May 30, 2010, you can once again take advantage of viewing our beautiful museums. A real Montreal bargain: For Free.
Every year, the “Museums without Boundaries” event provides free shuttles between the various participating museums. This year celebrates the 24th year that this program is in existence.
Check their website for more information.
May 30, 2010 – Free Montreal Museums Day
May 4, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Museum fun
It’s back! Free Montreal Museums Day on Sunday, May 30, 2010. Free activities run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
There are free shuttles that go between most museums:
Do you like organized trips? Our six bus routes providing free transportation from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. are just the thing for you. Or would you rather organize your own itinerary? Whether you’re happiest on foot or bicycle, or you prefer to drive or take public transit, or you’d like to cross the St. Lawrence on a river shuttle, we’ve got what you need.
Interested in volunteering? They are always looking for more. Check out the requirements.
Miles Davis Exhibition, Apr 30-Aug 29/2010
April 15, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Museum fun
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is presenting an exhibition on the great musician, Miles Davis.
According to the Museum’s website:
With this exhibition, the Museum pays tribute to Miles Davis (1926-1991), one of the twentieth century’s greatest musicians. The multimedia retrospective (musical excerpts, film and documentary clips, drawings by Miles Davis; paintings by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Mati Klarwein; photographs by Annie Leibovitz and Irving Penn; costumes, musical instruments and scores lent by the Davis family, etc.) recalls the highlights of his life and career, including his memorable concerts in Montreal.
Where:
Jean-Noël Desmarais Pavilion
1380 Sherbrooke Street West
Montreal
514-285-2000
Hours:
Closed Monday
Tuesday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wed., Thurs. & Fri.: 11. a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sat. & Sun.: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost:
NOTE: admission on Wednesday evenings is 50% off!
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Last Few Weeks of Cubes, Blocks and Other Spaces (ends Apr. 5/10)
March 7, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Museum fun
An exhibit at the Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art, Cubes, Blocks and Other Spaces, is coming to the end of its run. Don’t wait if you want to see it. The price is particularly right on Wednesday evenings: free.
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission:
Free admission every Wednesday evening from 5 to 9 p.m.
- $10 adults?$8 seniors (aged 60 and over)?$6 students (aged 30 and under with student I.D.)
- $20 family package (maximum 4 persons including at least 1 adult with adolescents aged 12 to 17).
- Free admission for children under 12 and members of the Musée.
If you have a Montreal Access card, don’t forget to check if it qualifies you for a discount.
Where:
185, Sainte-Catherine Ouest (corner Jeanne-Mance)
Montréal, Québec
H2X 3X5
On the Place des Arts site opposite Complexe Desjardins
Place-des-Arts metro
City bus numbers: 15, 55, 80, 129, 535
Leonard Cohen Artworks, Free, Feb 19 to 28, 2010
February 4, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Museum fun
The Montreal Highlights Festival presents an opportunity for Montrealers and friends to see the artwork of performer Leanard Cohen.
The Galerie Lounge TD is honoured to present is honoured to present the sketches and drawings of the great poet, songwriter and singer Leonard Cohen, for the first time ever in Montreal. Leonard Cohen has filled sketchbooks since the outset of his career, tracing shapes and forms and giving life to a poet’s words.
Until 2007, the great artist had never exhibited his drawings. Self-portraits annotated in his own hand, nudes and female portraits, and everyday objects invite the viewer to share an intimate moment with this extraordinary Montreal creative force whose words, timeless melodies and deep, warm voice have seduced audiences the world over for forty years.
When:
February 19 to 28, 2010
Where:
Cubes, Blocks & Other Spaces, Exhibition, to April 5, 2010
January 9, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Museum fun
A fascinating way to spend some time:
This exhibition of works selected from the Musée Collection takes a fresh look at the framework that surrounds our everyday life: the city, its buildings, its activities, as well as the way it is depicted in the media. This framework which structures our environment has undergone numerous transformations since the beginning of the twentieth century.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Open Monday holidays.
Cost: 8.00
Where:
Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal
185 Sainte-Catherine Street West Montréal
Metro : Place-des-Arts
Pointe-à-Callière Free Grandparents/Grandkids Sundays
January 9, 2010 by MarijkeD
Filed under Family Fun, Museum fun, Ongoing Deals
Intergenerational Sundays
A wonderful way for grandparents and grandchildren to spend some special time together:
Every Sunday, Pointe-à-Callière invites grandparents to visit the Museum along with their grandchildren. For the occasion, free admission is offered to grandparents (65 years and older, upon presentation of proper identification), as well as to grandchildren (under the age of 18). And at all times, on a grandparent’s or grandchild’s birthday, admission to the Museum is free for both when they come to the Museum together.Grandparents and their grandchildren can spend some quality time together, enjoying the multimedia show above the archaeological remains and visiting the Where Montréal Was Born and Montréal Love Stories – The Cultural Connection exhibitions, as well as the current temporary exhibition.
DATE: to December 31, 2011 – Sundays only
TIME: From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
INFORMATION:
(514) 872-9150
WEBSITE
Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History
350, Place Royale, Old Montréal
Who Is the Real Santa? Dec. 2009
November 27, 2009 by MarijkeD
Filed under Family Fun, Museum fun
The Pointe-a-Calliere museum always has fascinating presentations and this one is no exception:
A delightful world tour of holiday traditions!
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
last tour in English leaves at 3 p.m.
included with admission to the Museum
December is the time to meet Santa Clauses from around the world, accompanied by our interpreter-guides. During the month of December, young and old alike are invited to come meet St. Nicholas, St. Lucy, Befana and Santa Claus. While visiting the archaeological remains, children will meet four Christmas characters who will explain how the holidays are celebrated in their parts of the world. Come on a delightful world tour of holiday traditions! Meet them all and decide for yourself.
Plan for about 45 minutes to complete this tour accompanied by and interpreter-guide.
Places for each group are limited.Schedule of tours in English: 12:50 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays, December 5-6, 12-13, and 19-20
and December 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31
from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Individual rates
(Taxes included)
| Adults | $14.00 |
| Children (0 – 5) | Free |
| Youths (6 – 12) | $6.00 |
| Students (13-30) | $8.00 |
| Seniors (65 +) | $10.00 |
| Families | |
| 1 adult – 3 children (under 17) | $30.00 |
| 2 adults – 2 children (under 17) | $30.00 |
Accès Montréal card: 20% discount for the cardholder’s entry.
Address:
350 Place Royale
Corner of de la Commune
Old Montréal, Quebec
Tel.: (514) 872-9150
E-mail: info @ pacmusee.qc.ca
By metro: Place-d’Armes station
By car: pay parking in the Old Port.
See: www.quaisduvieuxport.com
Halloween at Pointe-à-Callière, Oct. 2009 – Free!
October 13, 2009 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Museum fun
Jack O’Lantern : Halloween at Pointe-à-Callière
A humorous and whimsical look at the cultural origins of Halloween and the associated beliefs, as children tour the Museum. They’ll meet Jack O’Lantern himself, twins Rucht and Friucht, a superstitious witch and a Druid magician. Come explore a mysterious and fantastic world. Thrills and chills guaranteed !
Tours, led by an interpreter-guide and lasting about 45 minutes, will leave between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. Ask the Museum reception desk for details on departure times.
350, Place Royale, Old Montréal
DATE:
October 24, 2009
to November 1, 2009
Saturdays and Sundays, October 24-25 and October 31 and November 1
TIME:
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
ADMISSION: FREE!
INFORMATION:
(514) 872-9150
WEBSITE
Stewart Museum New-France Festival, July 26, 2009
July 20, 2009 by MarijkeD
Filed under Entertainment, Family Fun, Festivals, Museum fun, Music, Outdoors
Taken from Parc Jean-Drapeau website:
July 26th, 2009 (12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
A family event where the visitor will get to experience18th century culture in Canada. Whether one is a native of the country or a new arrival in Canada, everyone will be able to taste, see, hear and play the way our ancestors did, and thereby be more familiar with the foundations of our country.
Cost: Free
Site : Carrefour du monde
Organization: David M. Stewart Museum
Website: www.stewart-museum.org
Where:
Metro station
