The understated but handsome Canadian Center of Architecture building occupies a city block, with lawns joining a contemporary structure with an older building, the 1875 Shaughnessy House. The CCA functions as both a study center and a museum, with changing exhibits devoted to the art of architecture and its history, including architects' sketchbooks, elevation drawings, and photography. The collection is international in scope and encompasses architecture, urban planning, and landscape design. Texts are in French and English. Opened in 1989, the museum has received rave reviews from scholars, critics, and serious architecture buffs. That said, it is only fair to note that the average visitor is likely to find it somewhat less enthralling. The bookstore has a special section on Canadian architecture with an emphasis on Montréal and Québec City. The sculpture garden across the Ville-Marie autoroute is part of the CCA, designed by artist/architect Melvin Charney.
1920 rue Baile.Phone: 514/939-7026.Open: June-Sept Tues-Sun 11am-6pm (until 9pm Thurs); rest of year Wed-Fri 11am-6pm (until 8pm Thurs), Sat-Sun 11am-5pm.Admission C$6 (US$4.30) adults, C$4 (US$2.85) seniors, C$3 (US$2.15) students, free for children under 12.Métro: Atwater or Guy-Concordia.Guided tours available on request.
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