Designated a national archaeological and historic site, Pointe-à-Callière presents centuries of history from the settlements of our First Peoples to the present day. Located on a spot occupied by humans for more than a thousand years and on the very site where Montréal was founded, the Museum is home to some remarkable architectural ruins that are showcased on site.

Inextricably connected to its site, the Museum owes its development to important archaeological discoveries made in Old Montréal in the eighties. Inaugurated in 1992 as part of the 350th Anniversary celebrations of the City of Montréal, Pointe-à-Callière is the only substantial archaeological museum in Canada. It is also the largest and most visited history museum in Montréal.



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Sep 14, 2022, 13:00 ET Attendance record for VIKINGS - Dragons of the Northern Seas!

Continuing until October 10, the exhibition has already welcomed over 325,000 visitors MONTRÉAL, Sept. 14, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - At Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal's Archaeology and History Complex, the...

May 10, 2022, 14:54 ET POINTE-À-CALLIÈRE CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY ON MAY 17, 2022!

This festive day will let the public collectively dive back into the history of Montréal and its Museum. MONTRÉAL, May 10, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - On May 17, 2022, as Montréal celebrates turning 380...

Apr 13, 2022, 13:00 ET VIKINGS - DRAGONS OF THE NORTHERN SEAS (April 14 - October 10, 2022)

An immersive experience in the world of the Vikings, exploring an exceptional collection MONTRÉAL, April 13, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - The celebration of Pointe-à-Callière's 30th anniversary continues with ...

Dec 29, 2021, 10:00 ET Outstanding results in 2021 - The Pointe-à-Callière Foundation raises more than $1 M in donations

MONTRÉAL,, Dec. 29, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - The Pointe-à-Callière Foundation is bringing 2021 to a close, having achieved outstanding results: the Foundation raised more than $1 M in donations over the...

Oct 12, 2021, 11:30 ET It's Circus Time! exhibition at Pointe-à-Callière

Relive the greatest moments of the circus from here and abroad October 13, 2021 to March 6, 2022 MONTRÉAL, Oct. 12, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting October 13, Pointe-à-Callière is shining a spotlight...

May 13, 2021, 10:00 ET Crossroads Montréal - the fascinating path through the archaeological remains gets a makeover!

MONTRÉAL, May 13, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Pointe-à-Callière invites you to rediscover its Crossroads Montréal exhibition! Its all-new museography brings to life the path through the archaeological...

Mar 09, 2021, 11:00 ET Visit Italian Montréal in a new exhibition at Pointe-à-Callière

MONTRÉAL, March 9, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting on March 10, Pointe-à-Callière is giving the public an opportunity to explore the rich heritage of Montréal's Italian community in the new exhibition...

Feb 10, 2021, 10:00 ET The Exhibition A Railroad to Dreams Opens to the Public at Pointe-à-Callière

From February 11 to September 6, 2021 MONTRÉAL, Feb. 10, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Since the advent of the steam locomotive in the 19th century, the train has been synonymous with development and the offer ...

Mar 14, 2020, 13:11 ET COVID-19: Pointe-à-Callière will be closed from March 15 to 30, 2020

MONTRÉAL, March 14, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Given recent and rapid developments regarding COVID-19, and in order to participate in the collective efforts aimed at slowing the spread of the virus and...

Jan 06, 2020, 06:00 ET A remarkable year for Pointe-à-Callière in 2019 - The Archaeology and History Complex continues to draw crowds

MONTRÉAL, Jan. 6, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - Pointe-à-Callière had an extremely successful year in 2019—renewing two of its permanent exhibitions and presenting three international-calibre temporary...

Nov 26, 2019, 11:00 ET An astonishing journey along the Inca roads at Pointe-à-Callière

A North American exclusive: The Incas, Treasures of Peru from November 27, 2019 to April 13, 2020 MONTRÉAL, Nov. 26, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - On November 27, Pointe-à-Callière will open The Incas,...

Jun 04, 2019, 11:00 ET Pointe-à-Callière sets the table for the French gourmet meal

A remarkable exhibition starting June 6, 2019 MONTRÉAL, June 4, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - The French gourmet meal… beyond delicious cuisine, it also represents an attachment to good food, conviviality, and ...

Apr 29, 2019, 11:15 ET Montréal history brought to life like never before at Pointe-à-Callière

New multimedia show Generations MTL and Building Montréal exhibition MONTRÉAL, April 29, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - Pointe-à-Callière is proud to offer Montrealers and visitors a new spectacular multimedia...

Feb 12, 2019, 15:04 ET Into the Wonder Room at Pointe-à-Callière - An ode to the fascinating and wonderful world of cabinets of curiosities

MONTRÉAL, Feb. 12, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting February 13, 2019, Pointe-à-Callière presents Into the Wonder Room, an exhibition that invites you into the mysterious and unique world of cabinets of...

Feb 06, 2019, 13:00 ET Media Invitation - Make your way Into the Wonder Room at Pointe-à-Callière

New exhibition on the wonderful world of cabinets of curiosities MONTRÉAL, Feb. 6, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - Pointe-à-Callière invites media representatives to tour the all-new exhibition Into the Wonder...

Aug 10, 2018, 07:00 ET Pointe-à-Callière's Public Market celebrates its 25th year!

A not-to-be-missed event this summer, in Old Montréal Saturday, August 25, from 10 am to 8 pm Sunday, August 26, from 10 am to 6 pm In Place Royale and the area around the Museum FREE MONTRÉAL, Aug. ...

Feb 09, 2018, 15:36 ET Media Advisory - Alex Kovalev is coming to Pointe-à-Callière to meet his fans

MONTRÉAL, Feb. 9, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ - While he is passing through Montréal, the former Habs player will stop at Pointe-à-Callière for a few hours in honour of the Passion: Hockey exhibition. Alex...

Nov 15, 2017, 14:02 ET Media Advisory - Passion: Hockey exhibition exclusive tour

MONTREAL, Nov. 15, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Media representatives are invited to a press conference and an exclusive tour of Passion: Hockey, an exceptional exhibition celebrating the NHL's centennial and ...

Oct 17, 2017, 18:19 ET Remarkable items unearthed at Quebec's most significant archaeological dig site

Pointe-à-Callière presents the results of its archaeological digs on the site of the Parliament in Montréal and of a visitor survey MONTRÉAL, Oct. 17, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - The summer 2017 dig campaign ...

Oct 16, 2017, 14:20 ET Media Advisory - Montreal, Capital of United Canada: Results of the Archaeological Dig, in the presence of Denis Coderre, Mayor of Montréal

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 16, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Members of the media are invited to a press conference to reveal the results of the 2017 archaeological dig campaign on one of the most significant sites in the ...

Oct 12, 2017, 10:00 ET Media Advisory - Montreal, Capital of United Canada: Results of the Archaeological Dig

MONTREAL, Oct. 12, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Members of the media are invited to a press conference to reveal the results of the 2017 archaeological dig campaign on one of the most significant sites in the ...

Jul 18, 2017, 13:18 ET One of the most important archaeological dig sites in the country is open to the public

Pointe-à-Callière is undertaking a major archaeological dig and is presenting an outdoor exhibition at the heart of the remains of Canada's first parliament, buried beneath the ground in Old Montréal ...

Jul 17, 2017, 13:30 ET /R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Montréal, Capital of the United Province of Canada - A Parliament Beneath Your Feet… in Old Montréal!/

MONTRÉAL, July 12, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Media representatives are invited to visit one of the country's most important archaeological sites, which Pointe-à-Callière is making accessible on the...

Jul 12, 2017, 13:30 ET Media Advisory - Montréal, Capital of the United Province of Canada - A Parliament Beneath Your Feet… in Old Montréal!

MONTRÉAL, July 12, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - Media representatives are invited to visit one of the country's most important archaeological sites, which Pointe-à-Callière is making accessible on the...

May 17, 2017, 16:00 ET Where Montréal began - Pointe-à-Callière unveils a unique commemorative space

The site where Montréal was founded and a heritage legacy for the city's 375th anniversary MONTRÉAL, May 17, 2017 /CNW Telbec/ - The city of Montréal and Pointe-à-Callière, the Montréal Archaeology...

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