October 1962: Diefenbaker’s dilemma
Storytelling and history blend together to create a unique theatrical experience: Dief the Chief: October ’62 takes you on a journey back in time to the Cuban Missile Crisis, seen through the eyes of Prime Minister Diefenbaker as he carries out his duties inside the...
Canadian Forces Station (CFS) Carp Crest
Tucked away in the village of Carp, Ontario, lies a piece of Canadian history. The Diefenbunker, formally known as the Central Emergency Government Headquarters (CEGHQ), was built in response to the rising global tensions from the Cold War. It was constructed between...
Documenting the DEW Line
In 2023, we were thrilled to be selected as a funding recipient through Digital Museums Canada. This investment is for the creation of an interactive digital educational platform for young audiences to learn about North America’s first lines of defence during the Cold...
$977,753 in federal funding supports a more environmentally friendly and accessible Diefenbunker Museum
Ottawa, Ontario, June 7, 2024 — The Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum gratefully acknowledges the federal government’s investment in museum projects to make the site more environmentally friendly and accessible. With an investment of $977,753 from the federal...
30 Years of Safeguarding History
Today, we mark a significant anniversary at the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum. On June 5, 1994, the Diefenbunker was formally declared a national historic site, recognized for its importance as Canada’s most significant Cold War artifact and for its unique...
Diefenbunker welcomes its one-millionth visitor
Ottawa, Ontario, May 29, 2024 — The Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum welcomes its one-millionth visitor since the museum opened to the public in 1998. To celebrate this historic moment, the one millionth visitor and their accompanying guests were offered free...
From Country to Punk: How the Cold War Impacted Pop Culture
It has often been said that conflict and war produce the best art. The Cold War in particular saw a massive shift in cultural and artistic norms. Contributing factors of economic prosperity, a growing middle class, and increasing globalization meant that music was...
Don Kwan selected as Diefenbunker’s 2024 Artist-in-Residence
Le français suit. Ottawa, Ontario, April 29, 2024 — The Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum is pleased to announce Don Kwan as its 2024 Artist-in-Residence. Don’s residency will culminate in a multi-sensory exhibition honouring the vital contributions made by the...
Sensory Bags
On April 23, 2024, we introduced a sensory bag program at the Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum! This new offering was developed by the Ottawa Museum Network for their member museums, to be implemented as a specialized resource for visitors. These backpacks are...
75 Years of NATO: A Legacy of Unity, Security, and Collective Defence
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has been a pillar of international security and cooperation since its establishment in 1949. Today, April 4, 2024, marks the 75th anniversary of this intergovernmental military alliance that ultimately shaped the...