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A colourful collage of shapes and photos. At the centre in a green circle there is a photo of a person holding the lead of a brown and white spotted dairy cow. To the left there is a teal tulip shape with a tomato plan and a microscope. To the right there is a yellow hexagon with a mottled chicken.

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Experience a working farm … without leaving the city!

Located on the Central Experimental Farm, the museum is a highly interactive, family-friendly experience. Explore our barns, take part in hands-on cooking demonstrations, learn about soil science and experience our engaging exhibitions. The museum makes it fun to see how food makes its way from farm to plate.

Events and activities

A smiling staff member and a visiting family gather around a haltered calf in the dairy barn
Events

Daily demonstrations

January 8, 2025 – February 28, 2025

Experience the fun and fascination of agriculture and food in Canadians’ lives with engaging daily demos!

Events

March Break at the museum

March 1, 2025 – March 16, 2025

Celebrate March Break at the museum with fun-filled activities for the whole family! Whether you’re exploring the farm or crafting your way to new memories, there’s something for everyone at the museum.

Exhibitions

A child holds an adult’s hand as he descends green stairs coming from the cab of a green tractor with large tires and yellow rims. The tractor simulator is indoors at the museum.

Farming for the Future

Climb aboard a tractor and learn about new technologies in agriculture.

Two children touch a model of a fish in the aquaculture exhibition.

Aquaculture: Farming the Waters

Dive in and see how fish, shellfish and seaweed are farmed in Canada.

A woman pushes a stroller with a baby as they enter the doors of the Sustainable Agriculture Gallery exhibition. In front of them is a vibrant mural featuring sheep, a tractor, fish, and silhouettes of people cultivating a garden. The display also includes text offering detailed information about the exhibition.

Sustainable Agriculture Gallery

Discover stories of research, innovation, and changing practices related to sustainable agriculture.

An aerial photo of a treed area along a clear, blue waterfront.

The Island in the Middle of Everywhere

This stunning photographic exhibition honours the age-old Indigenous presence on Xwe’etay.

A young child with a braid looks in awe at a beaker of light yellow liquid, enclosed in a plexiglass case. In the background, a woman and baby look on at a museum exhibition.

Canola! Seeds of Innovation

Explore the development and global impact of this made-in-Canada crop.

A vibrant spread of dishes on a colorful tablecloth, featuring steaming vegetable curry in a bowl, fresh greens and radishes on a plate, baked salmon fillets on a ceramic platter, and a salad in a decorative bowl.

Memories are Made in the Kitchen

Celebrate the stories, technologies, and cherished objects found in diverse kitchens throughout Canada.

A family of four walks along a gravel path, surrounded by grass and grenery terraces. In the background there are large green trees, a metal windmill, and museum exhibition panels that feature images of agriculture, produce and farm animals.

Discovery Park

Learn about agricultural innovation in this interactive park.

Join us in the Demonstration Kitchen

Learn how to work with seasonal ingredients and watch recipes come to life in one of our daily cooking demonstrations.

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Two children in white lab coats look into microscopes. A smiling museum employee with a red shirt, name tag and long, curly hair sits between them. There are Petri dishes on the table.

Dig in at the Soil Lab

Learn all about the soil beneath your feet through hands-on learning. From spring through fall, explore our outdoor gardens to see how healthy soil is key to producing ample crops.

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Enjoy our outdoor spaces

Bring your skates and take a twirl on the museum’s ice rink, located under the Pavilion (weather-permitting). CSA-approved helmets are mandatory for any skaters under 10 years old, and any new skaters.

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901 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, ON
Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday
Advanced ticketing recommended
Four smiling young people stand in the museum’s barnyard. They are gathered around a haltered, black and white Holstein calf.

Summer camps

Registration is now open. Immerse your child in a one-of-a-kind farm adventure! At farm camp, kids engage in hands-on activities that educate and inspire as they care for animals, cook delicious foods, create unique crafts, and enjoy fun-filled games.

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