Petawawa Military Museum/

I enjoyed a self guided tour of this museum with a group of friends. We all live in Pembroke, Ontario, which is approximately 30 mins away. Some exhibits you can step right up to and touch. Others are protected behind glass. There was a very comprehensive timeline of Petawawa's contributions to every major campaign from ww1 to present. When I was there a section of the museum was being updated and therefore was not available for viewing, so I do intend to go back, but I wouldn't have noticed a significant hole in the timeline if I had not seen the signs stating that this section was not open. Not that I'm a history buff, so perhaps someone who's knowledge is more comprehensive in Canada's military history and actions could have seen what was missing.

I came 11 years ago, then again, this August 25th weekend. The first time, the inside was closed, but it was open this time. Lots of cool stuff!!!

Very impressed that the museum is not only displaying victories, but the seedy underbelly and not-so-great moments of Canadian Military history. The interpreters don't shy away from some of our worst moments on the international stage, which is important to get a well-rounded view of our past. The museum is bilingual, with all displays in English and French. The interpreters are highly knowledgeable and friendly. The array of vehicles at the museum is also impressive. (You can climb on the outside ones!)

Closed the day we visited but the outside vehicle displays and placards provide some interesting insight into equipment history of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Really loved the experience, I wasn't expecting much because it seemed small from the outside but I was shocked to see great displays, history and awesome art.

Not only that but outside there's some real interesting military vehicles models you can take pictures with.

Heres some pictures taken with a Google Pixel 6, enjoy