Imagine enjoying a perfectly seared entrée surrounded by Indigenous art and culture, while enjoying breathtaking views of Parliament Hill. Or sipping a glass of wine in a glass-walled space featuring an impressive collection of large artillery and military vehicles, and panoramic views of Ottawa’s skyline.
These are just some of the unforgettable experiences you can offer guests when you book an event at the Canadian Museum of History or Canadian War Museum.
As two of Canada’s most-visited museums, these remarkable venues regularly host events ranging from corporate banquets and product launches, to cultural events and weddings, to major conferences and festivals.
“These are unique spaces,” says Cathy Mitchell, Head of Facility Rentals at both venues. “These venues not only expose guests to this country’s culture and history, but also foster a strong connection to Canada’s identity.”
State-of-the-art theatres
Many organizations are already familiar with the museums’ banquet halls. But both museums also have fully equipped theatres and versatile meeting spaces that are perfect for conferences, annual general meetings, product launches, board meetings, and other business events.
The Canadian Museum of History offers two theatres that will elevate any event:
- The Theatre seats 500 guests in comfort, with integrated state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems.
- The CINÉ+ Theatre, with 295 seats, is the only large-format 3D cinema and giant dome in the National Capital Region, making it a unique option for film screenings, conferences, and corporate events.
At the Canadian War Museum, the Barney Danson Theatre is a truly versatile space. Its movable proscenium arch, collapsible stage, and retractable bleachers make it readily adaptable to presentations, meetings, banquets, and shows. This is also where OBJ hosted its highly successful OBJ 2025 Book of Lists Launch Party!
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OBJ Book of Lists Launch at the Canadian War Museum
Seamless events and exceptional support
Hosting an event at one of these world-class venues gives you access to a full range of services, with attention to detail.
Dedicated staff: From planning to execution, expert sales delegates and event coordinators handle all onsite logistics. Security and hosting staff, movers, and technical support are also provided, allowing you to focus on your event.
Professional setup and high-quality equipment: Both museums offer professional sound systems, professional kinetic and other lighting, and mobile A/V kits to ensure a high-quality experience, while minimizing the need for external rentals.
“Once we connect with a client, we ensure that security, hosting, and technical needs are fully covered,” Mitchell says. “We have our own technical equipment, along with dedicated staff technicians to support events seamlessly.”
And, of course, the food
My Catering Group is the dedicated in-house catering service for both museums. This local business is deeply committed to Ottawa and the surrounding region, and takes a personalized approach to providing exceptional, scalable dining experiences for events of any size. My Catering Group hires and buys locally as well, giving back to the community. Their involvement and partnership with La Tablée des Chefs, a food recovery program, underscores their commitment to sustainability.
The museums also have an additional curated selection of approved caterers, able to offer a variety of dining options to meet the unique needs of any event.
To decide which space would best suit your next event at one of Canada’s premier museums, please visit the websites of the Canadian Museum of History and Canadian War Museum.
