Museum of Ingenuity J. Armand Bombardier

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A Memorable Holiday Outing for the Whole Family
Have you heard of the Musée de l’ingéniosité J. Armand Bombardier, a place where the magic of innovation meets the nostalgia of history? Step through its doors, and you'll enter a fascinating world where the achievements of inventor Joseph-Armand Bombardier come to life.

From December 21 to January 5, the Museum's lobby transforms into a giant cardboard village! Treat your children to the holiday spirit by participating in Cartonville, a one-of-a-kind activity where they can build an enormous cardboard village inspired by winter magic! Using nothing but cardboard, tape, scissors, and their boundless imagination, they can bring to life festive houses, decorated trees, sleds, snowmen, and so much more. Come experience the holiday magic as a family and let your kids create a cardboard wonderland at the heart of the Museum! A moment of creativity and togetherness that will make their winter unforgettable.

Explore the Museum. During your visit, learn about Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the renowned Québécois inventor who put Valcourt on the map with his vehicles that traversed the globe! Watch an object-theater presentation in Bombardier’s very first garage. Immerse yourself in his life, work, and legacy, right where it all began, and leave inspired by his extraordinary journey! Continue your visit with a multimedia show by Moment Factory, showcasing the Bombardier adventure from the iconic Ski-Doo® snowmobile to the conquest of the skies.

Next, delve into an interactive exhibit showcasing Bombardier and BRP's creative, design, and technological innovations. Discover the evolution of the Ski-Doo® snowmobile through eight iconic models, from the prototype to the 2015 Summit. Snap a photo and become the star of a vintage Ski-Doo® snowmobile ad from your favorite era. Imagine, design, and test your future vehicle in the Studio à idées. Learn about the origin of the Montreal metro's iconic melody and try to recreate it. Explore a full-scale model of Toronto's Flexity streetcar. Pilot an airplane and fly over Montreal in a flight simulator.

Dive into History
Immerse yourself in the compelling history of Bombardier and BRP's assembly lines with the temporary exhibition Sur toute la ligne – Mémoire ouvrière! Travel through four eras to discover the evolution of production, from the original mechanic's garage to modern interconnected factories. Throughout this adventure, you'll be captivated by the stories of former employees sharing their experiences.

Enhance Your Visit.
Add a 45-minute guided tour of the museum's reserve to your outing! During this tour, discover over 70 unique vehicles highlighting Joseph-Armand Bombardier's inventions. Be amazed by the story of his first prototype, created at age 15, or the famous Ski-Doo® snowmobile. You'll also see unusual vehicles, including limited-edition models, industrial machines, and prototypes that were never marketed.

Make this holiday season unforgettable with a visit to the Musée de l’ingéniosité J. Armand Bombardier, where innovation and history come alive!

 

 

 

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Museum of Ingenuity J. Armand Bombardier
1001, avenue J.-A.-Bombardier
Valcourt (Québec) J0E 2L0
Tel.: (450) 532-5300

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