
Modernization
Learn more about government’s intention to modernize the museum to protect our historic holdings and provide better access to our collections.
Birds of prey have been feared and admired by societies throughout the world, but what do we really know about them? Find out in this consistently popular exhibition, which includes mounted specimens of all the 19 species of vulture, hawk, eagle and falcon and all 16 species of owl that regularly occur in Canada. With specimens displayed in natural poses and surrounded by elements suggestive of their habitats, Birds of Prey illustrates the might and majesty of birds. This exhibition gives visitors the opportunity to see these incredible creatures eye to steely eye.