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French Embassy in CanadaDoors Open Ottawa

    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.

    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 07, 10:00am - Jun 07, 04:00pm

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