{"id":144,"date":"2017-12-08T14:29:15","date_gmt":"2017-12-08T19:29:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/curatorial-studies\/?page_id=144"},"modified":"2025-10-30T15:57:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T19:57:37","slug":"why-ottawa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/curatorial-studies\/why-ottawa\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Ottawa?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When people talk about Carleton, they often mention \u201cthe Capital advantage\u201d. What exactly is \u201cthe Capital advantage\u201d?<\/h3>\n

At Carleton, we have the benefit of being located in the nation\u2019s capital, Ottawa<\/a>, which is home to an incredible density of cultural offerings. These include seven of Canada\u2019s nine national museums (the Agriculture and Food Museum<\/a>, the Aviation and Space Museum<\/a>, the Science and Technology Museum<\/a>, the Canadian Museum of History<\/a>, the Museum of Nature<\/a>, the War Museum<\/a>, and the National Gallery of Canada<\/a>), the National Arts Centre<\/a>, the Canadian Film Institute<\/a>, Library and Archives Canada<\/a>, Canada Council for the Arts<\/a>, and a wide range of smaller museums, art galleries, public art, historical landmarks, heritage sites, and memorials.<\/p>\n

Despite the impressive array of cultural institutions that it boasts, Ottawa is also a remarkably down-to-earth and accessible city! And Carleton is well connected with many of the galleries and museums located here. For instance, where else could you sit in on board meetings at the National Gallery, explore memorial statuary on the grounds of Parliament, and meet some of Canada\u2019s most important artists at exhibit openings? Only in Ottawa through the Curatorial Studies Program!<\/p>\n

With exciting experiences at your doorstep, and a variety of venues for art, dance, food, drama, music, sports, and festivals, there is always a chance to discover new things. Get inspired immersing yourself in Ottawa\u2019s beautiful natural environment and nearby Gatineau Park<\/a> perfect for paddling, biking, hiking, and more. A UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/a> right next to campus, the famous Rideau Canal<\/a>, allows you to explore the city by boat or skate the world\u2019s longest stretching rink each winter.<\/p>\n

Further Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n