What an absolutely hidden gem here in Montreal. If I were to make a museum about a town I love,…read morethis is exactly how I would have done it. With lots of interactive exhibits following from indigenous to colonization to modern times. Full of interesting facts about infrastructure, transportation, immigration and so much more. The temporary exhibit was a multimedia experiment full of amazing stories about people in Montreal that don't have your typical life or job. Love, love, love this museum and everyone should experience it.

If you've already been to the Museum of Vancouver, it's kind of the same vibes. The Mem is a space…read morethat showcases the diversity of Montrealers' identities and their histories through interactive activities and exhibitions. The café/gift shop inside the building is really good and you do not want to miss the lobby!

This is probably the best Contemporary Museum I've visited. My friends and I have a tradition that…read moreevery year during the Jazz Festival we would travel down to Montreal. We've been doing this for about 5 years and this year we decided to go to this museum. I've been to many museums in Boston, NYC, and LA. However, besides the Broad in LA- this museum is very well curated. What I love the most is that many of them are interactive and keeps you curious. I highly suggest you visit museum when you have a chance!

It will be my pleasure to update this review at some future date, several years from now…read more As a fan of contemporary art I was looking forward to this museum only to learn - too late - that it's under renovation for the next couple of years. The site I was directed to (in Montreal's underground mall) is a tiny sample of their usual offering, so small in fact, that paying anything to enter struck me as an utter money grab. (My entry fee was waived as I had the Passport MTL). Even with essentially free admission for me, what was on view here was less than compelling and I had to work hard to engage my interest. My recommendation is to wait until they're back in their permanent home. Finding this place wasn't worth the time it took but, of course, I thought I was headed to the real deal, not a temporary exhibit.

What can I say ? I'm an Art Fiend, I love love love going to galleries, museums, private estates,…read morehomes of friends to see Art of any kind. This was a must on our itinerary for our final day in Montreal. We did take a uber there but proudly walked back. This museum was massive with 5 floors of all different mediums of Art. It was an easy map to follow to show me what I must! See and others that I call a fast pass, no lingering allowed :) I didn't read about it in advance so was surprised to see some of my favorites included. I got to see a Rembrandt who I love but got tired of after teaching it to middle schoolers for 5 years. There was a lot of modern and abstract pieces that were magnificent you will see in the pictures. Sometimes museums can be confusing in the layout but this one was perfectly arranged in such a way that I loved that after 3 hours the bottoms of my feet hurt and then we made the journey back to our hotel. We had a wonderful time and had to go around twice to our favorite exhibits! I forget the exact price for entry but I was reasonable.

honestly the exhibitions are super pretty and i love that they change them up every season but…read moregoing on the free sunday was a choice lmao. it was lively but low-key overwhelming. the staff was literally so sweet and attentive but i couldn't even see half the displays. it's a cool place but unless u like navigating crowds maybe just pay for a regular day tbh

This museum is interesting and truly educational. Montreal is one of the most interesting cities in…read moreNorth American (IMO), and a museum on the history and early architecture makes it unique. Displays of historical finds, and records are combined with higher tech displays, including some more sophisticated ones, such as having a somewhat real conversation with a (likely) AI generated image of a tavern owner from the 17th century. Navigating this museum may be challenging for folks with mobility issues or vertigo. Many areas are dark, including stairs (elevators are plentiful). But some rooms are built on top of some of the original structures, covered with plate glass floors. Looking down at these and walking might be a struggle for some. And because the museum is in Old Montreal, there are plenty of places you can go in the immediate vicinity before and after your visit!

Super unique museum built right on the original ruins of Montreal!…read more The history exhibits and colorful illustrations are great, but the interactive pirate ship room is an absolute must-see. Also, I didn't think it was possible, but their illuminated exhibit on the city sewer system is probably the coolest thing ever. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Canada!

This is a museum on the McGill campus that showcases a variety of different items like rocks,…read morefossils, animals, etc. There is an entrance fee by donation. The museum itself is quite small (only 3 levels) and took me less than 1 hour to go through it. The architecture is quite interesting as the building is quite old (the museum opened in 1882!) Overall, a pretty interesting museum. It's not super modern obviously, but showcases some interesting things.

Pretty small, three-story museum on the McGill campus. Its design is gorgeous and its exhibits are…read morewell laid out, descriptive, and quite interesting. I had a great time looking at the exhibits and not feeling rushed or crowded. I took about an hour and a half to explore but you could easily spend an hour longer if you were to read through every description. It is free but there is a suggested donation (of any amount) if you wish.

The space itself is neat to check out, since it's in the old public bath. On the first Sunday of…read morethe month admission is free and there are special activities for visitors aimed for families. While there are some artifacts, the permanent exhibition and temporary exhibitions are both text and images on the wall. I found them interesting, but they are both more articles than exhibitions. They provide a nice overview of the history of community organizations in this area of Montreal. The temporary exhibitions are in French and English, while there's a booklet with English translations for the permanent exhibit available at the front desk.

All aggrieved groups are represented here at this former public baths. It's architecturally…read moreinteresting and it's workers must be paid by a private/public works program, because we were the only ones there when we went to see it

I should have read the Yelp reviews before selecting this very unusual display venue. I use term…read more"display venue" because it's not a museum and there is basically no connection to architecture. It's just a building that acts as a venue for some odd exhibits. The exhibit on display during our visit was called "Retail Apocalypse" and focused on rampant consumerism and the shift to on-line purchases away from brick and mortar stores. The exhibit is not politically neutral; nonetheless it makes at least one or two valid observations in the midst of a mess that poses as artistic and inclusive. Time budget: 30 minutes Overall cleanliness: above average

I love Architecture and thought this was a museum of architecture, it is not. I should have read…read morethe reviews and not what the MTL had on their website, If that is what you are thinking, wanting, or considering, this is not the place. $10 entry. I should have taken the clue when the ticket issuers gave my husband and me a look and inquired if we knew where we were. The ticket issuers are very nice. The "retail apocalypse" was on display. I read some of the exhibits. The real highlight was the story of the Sami and Inuit people. Not really architecture even though they threw the word in, but it was nice to learn more about the Sami and Inuit. While this display was the best in my opinion, the photos of the famous Henderson photographer was nice to see the picture history of Montreal.

We didn't know what to expect when we walked into the chapel and found the museum, but it is a…read morehidden gem! The chapel is beautiful, but the museum is amazing. Not only do you get a history of Montreal, but you also get incredible views from the top of the bell tower, and a visit to the architecturally stunning crypt. Well worth the modest price and the time.

Please note this review is about the chapel and shop, as we did not do the museum tour…read more We went there on a Sunday afternoon with friends as we decided to explore the Montreal Old Port. The Marguerite-Bourgeoys chapel is a lovely church, in a historical habitat. The good: Great historical place. Walls and ceilings are fantastic. A lot of statues, paintings, and reliques. You can see some of the original walls. Kind of quiet. Boutique has a good variety of books on Marguerite-Bourgeoys, and other christian things. Board showing where tourists comes from is nice. Church contains the actual tomb of Marguerite-Bourgeoys. The bad: If you are expecting quiet time with God, forget it. This place is more a tourist attraction now than a chapel. Like most catholic churches, this place is a cash-grab (donation boxes, money for lighting candles, etc.) A lot of tourists wanders around, making it difficult to move. Boutique is very low on english books. Prices for museum kind of high. Church much smaller than it appears. This is a beautiful place to visit, especially for church lovers. But aside from that, I was very disappointed that this felt more like a money-making machine than a house of God.