Canada Aviation and Space Museum

Discover Canada’s rich history in aviation and modern space achievements.

@IngeniumCa national museum

En français: @MuseeAvEspace

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We're excited to see our Science Advisor @planetarycass join the Moonshots & Missions panel today at #OttawaInnovationWeek. Alongside leaders from Ottawa’s space sector, she'll explore how bold ideas and collaboration drive innovation beyond Earth's orbit. https://t.co/4VgruIIdvg

[Canada Aviation and Space Museum @avspacemuseum]

Visiting today? Due to @ottawaracewknd, George-Étienne Cartier Pkwy is closed between Princess & Acacia. Use Aviation Pkwy or westbound GE Cartier Pkwy to access the museum, which remains open as usual.
More info: https://t.co/9LctHOtqbi
📸 @pershingfangirl

[Canada Aviation and Space Museum @avspacemuseum]

🚫 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT! Due to the CN Cycle for CHEO, road closures will be in effect today. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sir George-Étienne Cartier Pkwy will be closed from Princess St. to St. Joseph Blvd. Local access to the museum will be available via Aviation Pkwy.

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🌕🚀 Welcome home, Artemis II crew! @csa_asc astronaut Jeremy Hansen and the Artemis II crew have safely returned to Earth after a historic journey around the Moon. Last chance to celebrate with space-themed activities today at the museum. 🔗: https://t.co/l9cCAT7pyA
📸: NASA

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🐰🌸Hoppy Easter! 🚀

✨The museum is open today from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Join us for some family friendly programs!
🎟️Book your tickets today 👉 https://t.co/66uahTxITE

📸: maman_bricole

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🌕�� The Artemis II mission is underway, with @csa_asc astronaut @Astro_Jeremy making history as the first Canadian to fly around the Moon. Celebrate with our moon gallery activity and a scavenger hunt!

🔗 Event info: https://t.co/aGpeezt0Jo

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@LADIDA83 @Astro_Jeremy @csa_asc @LEGO_Group Loving your mission crest and enthusiasm!! 😍

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🍁🚀 Canada made history yesterday! @csa_asc astronaut @Astro_Jeremy will soon be the first Canadian to fly around the Moon on Artemis II—the first crewed lunar mission in 50+ years. 🌕Celebrate with moon themed hands-on activities & more. 🔗 Event info: https://t.co/Rdln38RfKc

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Tonight’s the night! Watch live coverage of the Artemis II launch on the Canadian Space Agency’s Facebook or YouTube channels, beginning at 5:45 p.m. EST.

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Artemis II may launch to the Moon tonight! 🚀 Tune in for our live coverage on our Facebook or YouTube starting at 5:45 p.m (ET).

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Drones are everywhere—but what are they really doing behind the scenes? 🚁

Join us March 26 for the 2026 Kenneth M. Molson Lecture: Drones at Work. Hear real stories from experts + enjoy a fireside chat and live Q&A. FREE tickets—register now! 👉 https://t.co/oc0GT4mtYk

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⚠️ Weather closure notice
Due to freezing rain and an orange weather warning, all Ingenium museums are closed today, March 11, for the safety of visitors and staff. Please stay safe if you’re outdoors today.

[Canada Aviation and Space Museum @avspacemuseum]

Drones are transforming aviation in real time. 🚁Join us March 26 for the 2026 Kenneth M. Molson Lecture: Drones at Work—Real Stories, Real Impact, featuring a fireside chat + live Q&A. FREE tickets—register now! 👉 https://t.co/PKT32AzRMJ

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On Feb 22, 1925, the de Havilland DH.60 Moth took its first flight ✈️ One of the world’s first recreational aircraft, it helped spark flying clubs worldwide. See our D.H. 60X Moth up close in our Early Travel and Transport exhibition. Book a visit today 👉 https://t.co/0E5gUzuJIc

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🚀 We’re back open today after a week of closure, and we can’t wait to see you! Stop by the auditorium for our weekend family program, Zoom to the Moon! 🌕Join a guide for an imaginary trip through our Solar System, landing on planets along the way!
🔗https://t.co/ZwSui02eie

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⚠️Friendly reminder: the museum will be closed from January 19–23 for annual maintenance. Stay tuned for some behind the scenes glimpses of our closure week. We’ll be back and ready to welcome you starting January 24! Thank you for your understanding .

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❄️ This takes car camping to a whole new level. ⛺

Happy World Snow Day from the golden age of winter flying! ✈️

📸: CASM Archives, between 1923 and 1924, CAVM-01801

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⚠️ Please note: The museum will be closed from January 19 – 23 for annual maintenance. 🛠️

We look forward to welcoming you back when we re-open on Saturday, Jan. 24! 🎉✨

[Canada Aviation and Space Museum @avspacemuseum]

⚠️ Veuillez noter que le musée sera fermé du 19 au 23 janvier pour des travaux d'entretien annuels. 🛠️

Nous nous réjouissons de vous accueillir à nouveau lors de la réouverture, le samedi 24 janvier ! 🎉✨

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✈️Registration for our popular @SonartMusique summer camps is NOW OPEN!

Each camp day is packed with music lessons, aerodynamics demos, outdoor fun, and the week ends with a camper concert! 🎸

🛩️Register now: https://t.co/z1RDRQjVEF

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Although this orange peanut on legs may look like a movie prop or a sci-fi sidekick, it did have a use. 🥜

Can you guess the mystery object from our collection today. Drop your answers in the comments 👇