Canadian Automotive Museum

The Canadian Automotive Museum preserves and presents the history of Canada’s automotive industry with a collection spanning an 1897 Fossmobile tribute to modern electric prototypes. Exhibits are displayed in a restored 1920s former car-dealership building in downtown Oshawa.

The museum offers self-guided and audio tours, school and family programs, an automotive research library, and rotating special exhibits and talks. It’s a compact, research-friendly stop for car enthusiasts and history visitors alike.

Start with a short orientation and the audio tour to place vehicles in Canadian context.

Look out for:

• Early Canadian-built models and a Fossmobile tribute.

• Mid‑20th century classics and locally significant GM-era vehicles.

• A 2000s era ZENN electric prototype and exhibits on industry change.

• The restored 1920s Ontario Motor Sales building interior and period details.

Best way to experience it:

Allow 60–90 minutes to move through the displays, use the audio guide, and visit the automotive library if you’re researching. Check the museum calendar for Third Thursday talks or special events to deepen the visit.

• Located at 99 Simcoe St S in downtown Oshawa; limited on-site parking nearby.

• Regular hours are Tue–Sat 10:00–16:00; seasonal Sunday hours and statutory holiday closures apply—confirm before you go.

• Admission prices are published on the museum website; children under 6 are free.

• The site offers an audio tour, school programs, and occasional special events—book group visits in advance if needed.