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In Their Own Words The immigration experience is marked by firsts. The first day in a new country takes shape with an individual’s first steps, first impressions and first experiences. Our very first travelling exhibition, Canada: Day 1 , explores immigrants’ diverse personal Day 1 experiences, …
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Marie-Josèphe Angélique (1705-1734) depicted by artist Marilyn Carr-Harris. Courtesy of Dr. Afua Cooper. Reckoning with an uncomfortable past is an important part of the job of any national history museum. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 deals with the history of people coming to what …
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Marie-Josèphe Angélique (1705-1734) depicted by artist Marilyn Carr-Harris. Courtesy of Dr. Afua Cooper. Canada’s connection to slavery is not just the Underground Railroad; Slavery played a significant role in the early settlement of Canada and its legacy can be seen and felt today. Discover the …
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Born : November 21, 1927, Fossacesia, Italy Immigration : 1953 Sailing Ship : SS Nea Helles Date of Departure : May 21, 1953, Napoli, Italy Date of Arrival : June 02, at Pier 21 Halifax, Canada Destination : Sudbury, Ontario Occupation : Construction worker Died : October 20, 1979 Personal …
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"Buon Compleanno, Papà! … On your 70th birthday, we gift you this permanent space on the wall at Pier 21 to honour not only your journey here, but all your many contributions in making Canada a better place to live." — Calla Family Commemorative Plaque Dedicate a special anniversary or honour …
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Date: March 14 – 22, 2026 Location: In-person event at the Museum Language: Presented in English Cost: FREE This March Break, the Museum invites your family to enjoy free admission, cooking workshops and interactive programming. What to expect: Free admission from Saturday, March 14th to Sunday …
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November to April 30 Open: Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm May to October 31 Open: Seven days a week, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm From November 26, 2025, to April 15, 2026, you can buy your tickets at the Boutique. The Museum elevator will be temporarily out of service. Accommodations will be …