Wheelhouse Maritime Museum, Ottawa

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The Wheelhouse Maritime Museum was a maritime museum in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It opened officially on Monday, February 1, 1965 by the Underwater Society of Ottawa. The Wheelhouse Maritime Museum was open to the public on Sunday afternoons from 1 to 5 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings between 7 and 9 p.m. From February 1, 1965 until it closed in 1976, the Museum was housed in the top-storey of 218 Cumberland Street in Ottawa. ()

Established: 1965 (59 years ago)Coordinates: 45°25'59"N, 75°41'30"W

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Wheelhouse Maritime Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rideau Canal, National Gallery of Canada, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Major's Hill Park.

0.6 miSW
Canal,
Rideau Canal, Ottawa
15 min walk • The Rideau Canal, a historic waterway winding through the heart of Ottawa, Canada's capital city, is a testament to early 19th-century ingenuity and determination. Constructed as a precautionary measure against the threat of American invasion, the canal was completed...
0.4 miSW
Art museum with many Canadian works
National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa
11 min walk • The National Gallery of Canada, located in the heart of Ottawa, stands as a premier institution of fine art and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. With its striking modern architecture, including the iconic Great Hall with its glass and granite...
~1670 ftSW
Towering, 19th-century church
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica stands as a testament to Ottawa's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. This majestic church, revered for its splendid Gothic Revival style, is not only a place of worship but...
0.4 miSW
Park, View point
Major's Hill Park, Ottawa
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canada's capital, Major's Hill Park is a verdant oasis that offers residents and tourists alike a serene escape from the bustling city life of Ottawa. With its well-manicured lawns and a variety of walking paths, the park is a favored spot for...
0.5 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Rideau Centre, Ottawa
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the Rideau Centre stands as a premier shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. This bustling shopping centre, conveniently located steps away from the historic Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill, offers a blend of...
0.4 miSW
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Peacekeeping Monument, Ottawa
10 min walk • The Peacekeeping Monument in Ottawa, Canada, stands as a poignant tribute to the valiant efforts of Canadian peacekeepers around the world. This memorial, located in the nation's capital, is dedicated to the men and women who have served—and continue to serve—in...
0.5 miSW
Park, Lookout, Theater
Nepean Point, Ottawa
13 min walk • Perched atop the majestic Ottawa skyline, Nepean Point offers a serene escape within the bustling capital city of Canada. This verdant park, nestled behind the National Gallery of Canada, is not only a tranquil haven for locals and tourists alike but also one of the...
0.5 miS
Shopping, Department store
Ogilvy's, Ottawa
12 min walk • Ogilvy's, once a landmark department store in Ottawa, Canada, has represented a significant chapter in the city's retail history. Established in 1887 by Charles Ogilvy, the store expanded from a small dry goods shop to a distinguished department store known for its...
0.5 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Freiman Mall, Ottawa
12 min walk • Freiman Mall, a bustling shopping center nestled in the heart of Ottawa, Canada, serves as a convenient and accessible retail hub for both locals and tourists alike. This modest yet inviting complex offers a variety of shopping options ranging from fashion...
0.4 miS
Museum, Art museum
Ottawa School of Art, Ottawa
12 min walk • The Ottawa School of Art is a non-profit art school in downtown Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The school offers a one-year certificate program, a three-year diploma program, art camps, and general interest courses, as well as providing exhibition space and a boutique for the display and sale of artwork by local artists and students.
0.5 miSW
Memorial
Rideau Canal Celtic Cross, Ottawa
14 min walk • The Rideau Canal Celtic Cross is a memorial in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, erected to commemorate the workers and their families that died building the Rideau Canal between 1826 and 1832.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wheelhouse Maritime Museum?

Nearby attractions include Saint Brigid's Centre for the Arts, Ottawa (4 min walk), Lower Town, Ottawa (4 min walk), Champagne Bath, Ottawa (8 min walk), Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa (9 min walk).

How to get to Wheelhouse Maritime Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wheelhouse Maritime Museum:

Bus

St Patrick / Cumberland • Lines: 6 (3 min walk)
King Edward / Guiges • Lines: 56 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Rideau O-Train West/Ouest • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)
Parliament A • Lines: 1 (23 min walk)