Musée Grévin Montreal facts for kids
The Musée Grévin Montreal was a unique wax museum located in Montreal, Canada. You could find it inside the Montreal Eaton Centre, right in the heart of the city. It was a place where you could see incredibly lifelike wax figures of famous people!
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Discovering the Museum's History
When Did Musée Grévin Montreal Open?
The Musée Grévin Montreal first opened its doors on April 17, 2013. It was a big moment because it was the very first Grévin museum to open outside of France! The original and famous Musée Grévin is in Paris.
Who Started the Museum?
The museum was created by a company called Compagnie des Alpes. They are the same company that owns the original Musée Grévin in Paris. They wanted to bring the magic of wax figures to Canada.
Where Was the Museum Located?
The museum was built inside the Montreal Eaton Centre. This shopping mall is a very popular spot in downtown Montreal. Interestingly, the museum was set up in what used to be an old movie theater complex. This cinema was once known as "Famous Players Centre Eaton 6."
Exploring the Wax Figures
Who Can You See at Musée Grévin Montreal?
The Musée Grévin Montreal was home to about 120 amazing wax characters. These figures were arranged in different scenes. You could see figures from the history of Canada, like Jacques Cartier. There were also many modern-day stars and important international figures.
Famous Faces to Spot
Imagine seeing wax figures of Elizabeth II, Scarlett Johansson, or even Albert Einstein! The museum also featured music icons like Lady Gaga and Mahatma Gandhi. You could also find Canadian stars such as Donald Sutherland and even Justin Bieber. Other famous people included Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Campbell. The museum regularly added new wax characters to keep things fresh and exciting for visitors.
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