French Embassy in CanadaDoors Open Ottawa

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French Embassy in Canada

This site is an example of 1930s art deco, built primarily of materials from Quebec and France. Highlights include the Salon de l’hon. George W. Vari (formerly the Birch Bark room), a replica of the Vimy Memorial, bronze decorations by André Bizette-Lindet, wall engravings and murals. No strollers, backpacks, metal objects, food (including chewing gum) or drinks. Photography restricted. Registration Required.

The French Embassy is an example of 1930s art deco, built primarily of materials from Quebec and France. In this building, which was inaugurated in 1939, highlights include the Salon de l’hon. George W. Vari (formerly the Birch Bark Room), a replica of the Vimy memorial, bronze decorations by André Bizette-Lindet, a fresco by Alfred Courmes and historical wall engravings. Due to COVID-19, the building remains closed to the public. An exhibition on Sussex Drive, however, will give you more information on this iconic building. In addition, as part of Digital Doors Open, you can take a virtual tour here.

Contact info

42 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario

https://ca.ambafrance.org/-English-

Architecture

Year built: 1930s
Building type:Government buildingPrivate residence
Architectural style:Art deco

Dates/hours open

Jun 06, 10:00am - Jun 06, 04:00pm

Saturday only: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.