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Humanics Institute Connect, Reflect, and Unwind. Discover sculptures carefully placed in a natural setting. The park offers walking trails and areas for reflection and meditation.

A federally-registered non-profit organization, the Humanics Institute is to a unique multi-religious, multi-cultural and multi-generational Canadian Institution focused on endorsing principles of non-violence, human development, justice and peace in the world. The Institute celebrates Canadians’ spiritual, religious, cultural, racial, ethnic, and national diversity while promoting fundamental values that we all share. The primary initiative of the Humanics Institute is the Humanics Sanctuary and Sculpture Park. Located in Cumberland a historic village in the east end of Canada’s National Capital Region, the park is a multi-cultural, multi-faith, multi-generational place for reflection, mediation, education, prayer and appreciation of nature. Sculptures representing themes on the human condition, philosophic concepts, and imagery representative of various faiths from around the world are integrated with nature. Zones dedicated to major religions provide areas suitable for celebrations, ceremonies and religious services. Learn more about the Humanics Institute an Sanctuary and Sculpture Park at: www.humanicsinstitute.org

10/21/2026
10/10/2026

Looking for a colourful walk this fall? Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park mixes nature with education, with over 75 sculptures to discover on your walk. Only open until the 31st of October!

🗿Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park
📍3468 Old Montréal Rd., Ottawa, ON
🕐 10am - 5pm, Thursday to Monday

09/21/2026

International sculptures available for sale at the Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park! All are available for in person viewing.

🗿Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park
📍3468 Old Montréal Rd., Ottawa, ON
🕐 10am - 5pm, Thursday to Monday

09/15/2026

Some of the furry friends that have visited Humanics! Feel free to bring your dogs to the park, as long as they are on a leash and cleaned up afterwards. 😇

🗿Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park
📍3468 Old Montréal Rd., Ottawa, ON
🕐 10am - 5pm, Thursday to Monday

09/08/2026

🪨 Stone Carving Workshops at the Humanics Sanctuary!

This September and October, learn to carve your very own sculpture under the guidance of Eddie Nyagweta, an internationally recognized Zimbabwean Shona sculptor with installations right here at the Sanctuary.

What's included:
✅ Step-by-step guidance from raw stone to finished sculpture
✅ All carving tools, protective gear and finishing materials provided
✅ Suitable for complete beginners and experienced carvers alike
✅ Your finished sculpture is yours to take home

Workshop Details:
📅 Sessions available September 11 – October 11
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
👥 Maximum 8 participants per session
🔞 Ages 14+
💰 $100/day for the first 3 days | $75/day for additional days

Spaces are very limited. Please fill out the registration form below to reserve your spot and we'll be in touch with availability and payment details.

📋 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGFx3baZ3ooPNjoc5HNseuNvScoD4ukmcE8vVHn6GfdnCWwA/viewform?usp=header

📍 Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park
3468 Old Montreal Road, Cumberland, Ontario

08/31/2026

A local Ottawa walking group recently took a guided tour of our Sanctuary & Sculpture Park. If you’re interested in a guided tour, feel free to reach out to us!

🗿Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park
📍3468 Old Montréal Rd., Ottawa, ON
🕐 10am - 5pm, Thursday to Monday

08/30/2026

Reminder today’s art fair is until 5pm. Come check out the vendors, live music, silent auction and grab some food! Guided tours are also available.

Here is the official list of Vendors for our upcoming Humanics Sculpture and Art Fair! Thank you for everyone who has si...
08/28/2026

Here is the official list of Vendors for our upcoming Humanics Sculpture and Art Fair! Thank you for everyone who has signed up and we hope that you can make it this Sunday to come and view their hard work.

The fair is taking place at the Humanics Sanctuary & Sculpture Park, located at 3468 Old Montreal Rd this Sunday, August 30th. The fair will be running from 10am to 5pm. Parking is $5, but the fair and the sculpture trail will be free entry.

Come and join for art, live music, food, a silent auction, international sculptures, a sculpture making workshop, and of course the sculpture park! ☺️

📍 3468 Old Montreal Rd., Ottawa
⏰ August 30th (Sunday), 10am - 5pm

Address

3468 Old Montreal Road (Cumberland)
Ottawa, ON
K4C1H9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

613-697-1525

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