It is no secret that Canadians have been through a lot this year- that’s why it’s especially important to celebrate Canada’s heritage. This year, the National Trust introduced a new #CanadianVisitList contest to celebrate historic places and awarded $3,000 in cash prizes! The National Trust introduced #CanadianVisitList contest to keep the excitement of exploring Canada’s […]
Historic Places Days is a platform for individuals and organizations to showcase the places and stories important to them in their own words. As the presenter, the National Trust for Canada recognizes that Canada’s history and heritage is complex and contentious, dominated by settler perspectives, and that individually or collectively the stories may lack diversity. We are working hard with our partners to enrich our awareness of our collective past. We welcome your input on how we can work together to be more inclusive now and in the future.
This Year’s Theme: Makers from Coast to Coast to Coast: Honouring Arts, Crafts, and Storytelling
Historic Places Days is a vibrant celebration of the stories, crafts, and artistry that connect us to our past. These art forms, alongside oral histories, music, and visual storytelling are more than just creative expressions; they are living traditions, preserving knowledge, culture, and identity.
From intricate woodwork, traditional building techniques, beadwork, dance, and more, we invite historic sites across Canada to celebrate makers from coast to coast to coast.
VisitExperience the history
This summer we invite you to time travel by virtually visiting historic places across Canada. Hundreds of sites are waiting to be discovered. Every place, a story: choose yours.
WinParticipate in contests
Our contests take place from June 25 until July 20 2025, with the National Trust for Canada giving away a total of $5000, in support of Historic Places Days. Check out our Contests Page for more information!
ShowRegister a historic place
Participating sites receive national exposure and access to resources for organizing events and attracting new audiences. If you own or operate a historic site, registration is open all year—so why wait? Register today!
Places To Explore
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Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site
Très-Saint-Sacrement, Québec
The ste commemorates the victory of Canadian troops on October 26th, 1813.
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Parc international de la paix Waterton-Glacier
Waterton Park, Alberta
Le parc international de la paix Waterton-Glacier est un site du patrimoine mondial.
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St. Marys Museum
Saint Marys, Ontario
Well worth a visit!
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Erland Lee (Museum) Home
Hamilton, Ontario
1808 homestead of the Lee family for over 160 years. Birth place of the W. I.
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Events To Enjoy
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Capital Healers: Ottawa’s Healthcare Story
Bytown Museum
17 May, 2024 - 1 March, 2026 | During open hours
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