MUMAQ, short for the Musée des métiers d'art du Québec, is a museum in Montreal devoted to the craft arts of Quebec. It sits at 615 avenue Sainte-Croix in the city's west end, and it is a good stop for anyone curious about how objects are made by hand.
What you will see
The museum shows work by master artisans working across several disciplines, including:
- Ceramics, from functional pieces to more sculptural forms
- Glass, where colour and light are central to the work
- Textiles, showing the materials and techniques of weaving and fibre art
- Woodworking, where the grain and form of the material guide each piece
Taken together, the collection reflects the range and depth of Quebec's craft heritage, and the variety of approaches its makers bring to the same traditions.
Planning your visit
MUMAQ suits visitors who enjoy close looking and who want to understand the skill behind everyday objects. It is a quiet, contemplative kind of museum, well suited to a slower afternoon. If you are interested in design, materials, or Quebec's cultural life beyond its better-known attractions, it rewards a visit.
Montreal offers plenty to pair with a trip here, so you can easily build a day around the museum and the neighbourhoods and attractions nearby.