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“ The animals, exhibits, videos of researchers and [Northerners] were a wonderful balance. „
– TripAdvisor (AtlCan Traveller)
“ The touchable ice was amazing. „
– Visitor comment
“ It was interesting to learn how scientists and... Inuit worked together to share knowledge. The audio visual interviews were very well done. „
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Close.Canada Goose Arctic Gallery
Permanent Gallery
Discover the Arctic through
- authentic specimens and artefacts
- stunning multimedia
- indigenous perspectives
- fun interactive games
- guided learning, activities and more.
Learn about Arctic geography, ecosystems and sustainability, as well as the impacts of climate change.
Beyond Ice
Multimedia Experience
National Film Board of Canada collaboration that harnesses the power of real ice to create a window into the Arctic, a land like no other.
Inuinnauyugut: We Are Inuinnait
Curated by the Kitikmeot Heritage Society
The inaugural temporary exhibition in the Northern Voices Gallery, a space for community-driven special exhibitions.
Experience it at the museum!
Can't wait? Check out this slideshow to get a feel for the exhibition:
Come face to face with some of the Arctic's impressive wildlife. The gallery features a powerful polar bear, a colony of Thick-billed Murres and much more. Image: © Roie Galitz At the museum, both scientific research and collections have a strong focus on the Arctic. The gallery displays much of this fantastic research. Image: Roger Bull © Canadian Museum of Nature Observe the unique culture and traditions of the Arctic from the perspective of the 4 million people who call this area home with interactives, music and video stories. Image: © Pat Kane The Arctic comprises 40% of Canada's landmass. A large 3D circumpolar map puts the geography of the Arctic into perspective and explains the many definitions of Arctic. Image: Martin Lipman © Canadian Museum of Nature Living off the land means more than survival: it is a source of community and cultural identity. In the gallery, learn about food security and sustainability with fun multimedia games. Image: Roger Bull © Canadian Museum of Nature The unprecedented rate of warming in the Arctic has serious consequences for humans and animals alike. Learn about the importance of the cold and how climate change is affecting the Arctic. Image: © Incredible Arctic/Shutterstock.com
Focus on the Arctic
A Window into the Arctic
Catch a glimpse of life in the North: browse current photos on social media by the people who live and travel in the Canadian Arctic.
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We are grateful to Canada Goose Inc. for generously supporting the development of the Canada Goose Arctic Gallery.
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