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In May, across the region, close to a million tulips in more than 50 varieties bring the NCC’s flower beds to life. The tulip displays provide a spectacular backdrop for the world’s largest tulip festival — the Canadian Tulip Festival. Join us at Commissioners Park from May 7 to 24, 2010, and at Major’s Hill Park from May 14 to 24, 2010.
NCC activities during the Canadian Tulip Festival
Tulip Legacy Exhibit
Discover the fascinating details of the events that led to the "Gift of Tulips" and of the lasting friendship between Canada and the Netherlands through the Tulip Legacy exhibit. Find out about the Dutch Royal Family’s refuge in Canada during World War II and the contribution of Canadian troops in the liberation of the Netherlands.
In gratitude, the Dutch people sent 100,000 tulip bulbs to Canada and another 20,000 added by Queen Juliana the Dutch royal family. In a gesture of ongoing gratitude and friendship, the Netherlands continues to send 20,000 bulbs to Canada each year.
Locations
Commissioners Park (on the banks of Dows Lake), May 7 to May 24, 2010
Major’s Hill Park (downtown), May 14 to 24, 2010
Dates are subject to change without notice.
Tulip Legacy Discovery Cart
Discover the Capital’s tulip story, which is laid out in text and photos. At the Discovery Cart, animated by NCC interpreters, visitors can touch and hold artifacts, try on Dutch clogs and learn more about the various themes of the Tulip Legacy exhibit.
Locations
Commissioners Park (on the banks of Dows Lake), May 7 to May 24, 2010
Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm
Friday to Sunday, 9 am to 8 pm
Cost
Free