I am taking leave of the War Museum today. I start with this view of the Ottawa River, taken outside on the terrace.
The Ottawa River narrows here between Ottawa and Gatineau, occupied by several islands that the river works its way around. Here on the terrace we have a view across to one of the islands. There are early plans underway to renew this entire area around the Chaudiere Falls. I'm cautiously optimistic- perhaps even the old industrial buildings can see some new use?
Visitors can ascend a ramp up onto the rooftop of the museum, where they find much of the roof planted with long grasses. This can include a nicely framed view of Parliament Hill's Peace Tower.
Now, if those autumn trees were only covered in blankets of snow.
ReplyDeleteYou are a good tour guide, teach us things very well.
ReplyDeleteTomás.
No snow yet I see.
ReplyDeleteThat museum looks an amazing, interesting, place and you've shown it to us well. The weather station was fascinating - very clever. And the Vimy artwork we've discussed before - amazing - when are you going to visit the real thing? It is breathtaking. Have a wonderful Christmas, William.
ReplyDeleteAll of that creative use of cement reminds me of the 1970's.
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed the museum visit. Can't wait to see what is next.
Feliz navidad!
Janis
GDP
Nice end of the tour, William, I like the outside of the museum as well as the objects that are presented inside.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend!
You should do a book of your photgraphy....
ReplyDeleteAn interesting tour, William !
ReplyDeleteI love the Ottawa River view. Have a beautiful weekend!
ReplyDeleteI keep looking at your header every day. It's has to be one of the best, certainly your best. KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED ABOUT THE NEW DEVELOPMENT.
ReplyDeleteI especially love your second to last photo, William, and I cannot get enough of your header! I love everything in it and the expanse! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for another very interesting tour!
ReplyDelete@Whisk: if only!
ReplyDelete@Tomas: indeed.
@Marianne: these shots were taken on Remembrance Day. There are a few flakes falling this morning though.
@Mike: I would love to visit Vimy Ridge someday!
@Janis: tomorrow I start a series of Christmas posts!
@Jan: thanks!
@Norma: I should!
@Karl: thanks.
@Nancy: thank you!
@Red: I took that in March, and thought straight off that it would do very well for a winter header. I do hope things turn out well for what's to come.
@Lindas: thank you!
@VP: you're welcome.
Not only is it a great museum but the building is exceptional too.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a very serene and beautiful part of the city. And the old industrial buildings would make for an interesting revitalization project!
ReplyDeleteClearly, I've not been to Ottawa often enough.. and not for a long time now. There appears to be no end to seeing it from various perspectives. Thanks for these.
ReplyDeleteThe roof offers a great view!
ReplyDeleteThe Museum is far more than a mere collector of war memorabilia. It offers some grand views too. Interesting photos.
ReplyDeleteLove the view of the river!
ReplyDelete@Sharon: it is. The architect did beautiful work.
ReplyDelete@Meradeth: if this is done right, it could be well worthwhile. My concern is that developers in this city don't care about what's done right, just about how to line their pockets.
@Hilary: you're welcome!
@Marleen: it really does.
@Gemma: thank you!
@Ciel: it's a part of the river I haven't actually featured in the blog before.
I love that tree by the side of the river
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to use the roof as well as the inside space...
ReplyDeleteWhat a marvelous tree in that first photo.
ReplyDeleteA sad farewell to a fantastic place.
ReplyDeleteThat is such an impressive building...and I hope those old buildings can be utilized in a manner befitting your beautiful city. Love your new header photo, too!
ReplyDeleteThe architecture of this building is really interesting from every angle you've shown. It's a true world class structure. And I do hope that the industrial buildings are developed with some common sense. I can imagine some interesting uses.
ReplyDeleteThe first photo is a lovely view of the river.
ReplyDeleteGreat view of the wonderful tree above the water in the top shot.
ReplyDeleteNicely done!
ReplyDeleteThe war museum has wonderful, sharp geometry.
ReplyDeleteI've said it before and I'll say it again I am definitely coming up to Ottawa in the spring or summer!!
ReplyDelete@Gerald: so do I.
ReplyDelete@Geoff: it's an outstanding design.
@Revrunner: definitely.
@Mari: I always enjoy my visits here.
@Lowell: that area is slowly changing.
@Kay: we shall see what the final product looks like.
ReplyDelete@EG: I think so too.
@Jose: thank you!
@Jennifer: thanks!
@Jack: it does indeed.
@Jackie: you should!