The Story of the Iron Horse
Third cycle of elementary school, 5^th grade
Length: 2 hours

Railway history is at the heart of Canada’s 19^th century social history. The various Museum vehicles shed light on topics such as technological innovation, settlement of Canadian territory, Confederation, the economy, and the development of cities and countryside.  To become more familiar with events of that period, children help build a section of track.  From mid-May to late October, children can also go for a ride on the streetcar and the miniature train.

Complementary activities
Length: 60 minutes

Trains Everywhere
Third cycle of elementary school, 6^th grade
Length: 2 hours


Despite the increasingly important role played by cars and planes in the 20^th century, trains remains intimately linked to Canada’s development.  Children discover that everyone and everything took the train, including workers, tourists, raw materials, freight, mail and even a school.  This activity promotes learning about innovations in railway transportation and communications. From mid-May to late October, children can also go for a ride on the streetcar and the miniature train.

Complementary activities
Length: 60 minutes