The list is longer than ever for Doors Open Ottawa in 2017. With more than 150 buildings – including 40 new locations – Ottawa residents also have a rare opportunity for a sneak peek.
This year’s list of buildings will be revealed during a public panel discussion about the future of architecture in Canada, featuring:
- Moderator: Alan Neal, CBC Radio, All in a Day
- Barry Hobin, Hobin Architecture
- Elsa Lam, Editor of Canadian Architect magazine
- Donald Schmitt, Principal Architect for the National Arts Centre Rejuvenation Project, Diamond Schmitt Architects.
Date: Tuesday, May 9
Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Opening reception – 5:30 p.m.
- Doors Open Ottawa launch and panel discussion – 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Place: NAC Studio, National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin Street
Tickets to this event are free, but availability is limited. RSVP by Friday, May 5 to doorsopen@ottawa.ca or 613-580-9674.
A full list of participating buildings will be posted on the City’s website on May 10, at ottawa.ca/doorsopen.