1. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
First conceived in 1860, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts was the first museum in Canada built to house art works. With over 35,000 pieces in six collections the museum is well worth a visit as most of the collection can be viewed for free.
Museum Hours:
Tuesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday and Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2. Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art
The Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art focuses primarily on Quebec artists but it also hosts important Canadian and international traveling shows. The permanent collection contains over 7,000 pieces.
185 Sainte-Catherine W.
Montreal, QC
H2X 3X5
T:(514) 847-6226
Hours:
Tue,Thu-Sun 11am-6pm; Wed 11am-9pm
3. Canadian Centre for Architecture
The Canadian Centre for Architecture, an institution for education, research and exhibition focuses on the art of architecture.
1920 Baile Street
Montreal, QC
T: 514 939-7026
Hours:
Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 p.m.
Thursday, 10 am to 9 pm
Admission:
Adults: $10 Seniors: $7 Students: $5
Children aged 6 to 12: $3
Free on Thursday evenings and for children under five.
4. DHC/Art
DHC/Art is located in Old Montreal at two locations focuses on traveling contemporary art exhibits.
451 and 468 St Jean
Montréal, QC
H2Y 2S1
T:(514) 286-6626
T: 514-849-3742