It's normally hard to find something for our autistic 8 year old grandson to enjoy, but this museum…read morehas so many things he loves it's easy to get him to go there , drop the electronics that he's addicted to , and just have fun. We love the renovations and new exhibits, thank you to all the contributors that made it possible!

We love it here! Fantastic programs and great exhibits. The family membership is definitely worth…read moreit if you live nearby... you will want to visit more than once!

This place was such an amazing, fun and educational way to spend the afternoon. It was inexpensive,…read moretoo. What's more, the staff were very friendly, helpful and the demonstrations of skills from the period were interesting and informative to watch. Having travelled to Ottawa more times than I can count, the only thing I wonder is why I hadn't discovered this gem sooner. The place is very family-friendly and has lots of space for young ones to burn off steam - as they often don't have the patience to see everything that's offered. If you want a great way to spend a few hours with the family, it's worth considering the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum.

I came here for the Vintage Village of Lights…read more Similar to Upper Canada Village,closer for the "east enders" It was just under $20 to get in. Babies are free. Free parking, and everything was included in the entry free: parking, visit with santa, gingerbread cookies that you can decorate, wagon rides and games. If you come here during the winter, I recommend dressing VERY warm as most of the activities are outdoors, and to skip the stroller and bring a sled if anything. Strollers are also not allowed in the indoor exhibits, so your stuck leaving them outside. Much smaller than Upper Canada Village, but did the trick for a festive night out.

This is something that we are desperately missing in Ottawa. Although a tad expensive to get in, 21…read morebucks-ish per adult, 14 for a 4 year old..... I get it, the prices need to be on the higher side so they can make sure the animals are being well taken care of. We went on a very quiet Saturday, so it felt like we had the place to ourselves. Staff were so friendly. This place would be great for a rainy day, but it was hard to stay couped up indoors when it was such a nice day outside. We were able to leave and have lunch else where (there was no cafeteria that I noticed on site), and we were able to come back after and hang out a bit more. The kids were not too impressed with the fish, but they LOVED the water table activity center. I'd recommend a visit at least once.

amazing experience! highly recommend for families! The staff is very knowledgeable and the animals…read moreare well taken care of. Otter and beaver education and training times are worth a visit.

This is a legit train museum with restored trains in a huge warehouse! You can go inside most of…read morethe trains which makes it more interactive. They even have a few train tables inside one of the trains! Outside the museum, there are 3 types of trains you can ride on (small medium and large). Starting with the medium one, it's an old fashioned cable car type of train you can ride on that loops around the museum with a few stops along the way. It was probably used for short distances as a city train. This train seems to be running all the time while the museum is open (maybe not during the winter months but I could be wrong) The small train is a bench train you straddle where you go through the forest and into a tunnel. This bench train is basically benches on wheels connected to each other in series, pulled by a strong lawnmower, but it totally works and it's sooo fun!! This train is definitely not running in the winter for obvious reasons. (Update: I stand corrected it IS open during the winter!!) The last train you can ride on, the really large one, is a noisy passenger train that has a really high ceiling it was probably used for long distances. I didn't see this train all the time so it might have a specific schedule. There's also a model train room and this is by far my 3 year old son's favorite spot as Thomas the train is there! Unfortunately more often than not Thomas is out of commission but you can still see him even if he's not going down his track. I also went here around Halloween and they decorate the trains as per my Yelp photos. A dream come true for any train enthusiast, even a 2 year old would enjoy it (mine started going at that age) Not too far of a drive from Montreal maybe 30-45 mins max. If you don't have a car not to worry as you can get here via the TRAIN as it's right next to a train station! There's also a small IMAX room which is extra in addition to the entrance fee. They also have a cute souvenir store. You could easily spend the day here if you have the energy or interest, there's so much to see! The folks who work here are super friendly and know their stuff when it comes to history and trains!

Honestly,I haven't been in years now even though I live close to it but I used to take my daughter…read morethere often when she was young. Their train exhibition can't be beat,the staff are always kind and helpful when you want info. And it's fun going for a ride on their little train that takes you for a nice ride for free all around their territory which is fairly big. This is a great family outing or even for train connoisseurs. One of these days I will go back to take more pics of the beautiful trains they have there.

As a history buff making this trip was a no brainer…read more This cold war era bunker is maintained exceptionally well and really lays out what would have happened if a nuclear attack was going to occur and how the Canadian government would continue to operate. They mentioned that a lot of the sinks, showers, etc still worked also. Seeing equipment that was considered top of the line back the bunker was first operational was truly extraordinary also.

The Diefenbunker is a must-see in the Ottawa area. Built in just 18 months (1959-1961), this…read morefour-story underground bunker was designed to protect 535 people for 30 days during a nuclear attack. The tour is unforgettable: you walk through a blast tunnel, go through decontamination, and see the medical bays and command rooms. The details are fascinating--from the propaganda rooms and rows of rainbow-colored typewriters to the simple cafeteria and commissary. It is history kept perfectly in time. The museum's leadership is just as impressive as the history. They have turned this site into a busy, successful business by offering escape rooms, summer camps, and private events. They make sure every inch of this bunker is used. Before you go, check out their event calendar. You aren't just taking a tour; you are seeing a masterclass in how to keep a museum thriving.

Frederic Remington (1861-1909) was born nearby in Canton NY and his family moved here to Ogdensburg…read morewhen he was eleven. At an early age, he had a talent for art. He attended the art school at Yale University and eventually went out west to Montana at age nineteen, returning to Ogdensburg and eventually his first publishing in 1886 at the age of twenty-five. He is perhaps best known for the sculpture "The Broncho Buster" which has a copy here on display. As well, a number of his other paintings of the west. The images have captions and there are art tours/discussions on a regular basis. I have encountered his works at the Great Plains Art Museum in Lincoln NE, the Denver Art Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. You will know it when you see it. [Round number review 22600 overall - 1577 of 2024 - 493 in New York]

The online museum shop does not respond to emails or phone calls…read more I wanted to purchase a small Cowboy reproduction sculpture that weighs 10 pounds and would be shipped by UPS. According to the UPS web site the shipping cost would be $25.66 to $40. The museum shop checkout shipping cost was $225. I tried to email and phone them about this cost but the shop never responded. Gary C.

When I went to the museum to pick up my guitar from a cancelled exhibit, the museum assistant…read morelaughed at me. I've have previously done volunteer work at the museum... BUT NEVER AGAIN. The museum is plagued now by elected officials and a village administrator obsessed with their power and authority. It is apparent this administration is in over their heads and are incapable of leading the village in a civil manner.

A significant amount of Potsdam history in this small local museum. The staff was friendly, and…read morevery knowledgeable.

Just happened to see this museum as we visited the cheese shop nearby. Stopped in to see what items…read morethey had on display. So many amazing pieces out and great explanations of what they are or used for. So many fishing items, really loved to see all the local historical photos,

Awesome little museum. Well ok not too little but lots of cool things there. We did the tour of the…read morehouse boat (twice the size of my house almost!), the boat tour (worth it trust me!!) and went out on skiffs too. Takes a bit of coordination but it was really really fun. Great for the kids too they got to take a boat out n

Absolutely a hidden gem! It has so much history about the North Country, Vermont and Canada! They…read morehave extensive history of the network of lines leading into Canada from Albany, Troy, Glens Falls, Lake George, Essex County and through the Champlain Region. They have a video presentation on The legacy of John Thomas and another video at the end detailing the stories of runaway slaves! I learned so much today!

WOW Super interesting...who knew the North Country had so…read moremany historical people around here that were tied to the Underground Rail Road??? Very impressive information and I learned a lot at my old age!