Exploring Lower Town Homes
This virtual exhibit invites you to wander Ottawa's Lower Town and learn the history of its houses!
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This virtual exhibit invites you to wander Ottawa's Lower Town and learn the history of its houses!
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An Ottawa-based documentary on the Caribbean Domestic Pioneers whose contributions to the National Capital Region shaped Canadian history.
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The exhibit shares the stories of prominent members of the Jewish Ottawan community who made an impact in the public service and the Canadian political landscape.
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Included in this set of images are photos from one of Macnamara’s scrapbooks. The map of Champlain’s route is not part of the scrapbook; however it is included in this display to show Macnamara’s interest in Champlain’s precise travels and his knowledge of the Ottawa Valley. Also the image of Macnamara himself is from another […]
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Charles Macnamara lived in Arnprior from 1881 to 1944, and worked as secretary treasurer for the McLachlin Bros. At one point in Macnamara’s life he became quite interested in the 16th century explorer and soldier, Samuel de Champlain. He conducted comprehensive research using his own correspondence with others, his interviews and knowledge of the Ottawa […]
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Explore the collection of the Bytown Museum with the click of a mouse! We are adding new content every month, so check back often.
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In 2013, Archives summer student, Ryan Tobalt, created this exhibit about Charles Macnamara which has been edited for better presentation in a web format.
See moreAt the 2014 AGM for the Arnprior & McNab/Braeside Archives held in February 2015, guest speaker Brian Gilhuly presented "The Lumber Barons and the Railway King".
See moreWhy does a hotel in Ottawa’s south end fly the flag of Nunavut? The answer to this question is a story of family, home, and community.
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