The National Music Centre officially opens to the public on Canada Day, but media were given a sneak peek inside the $191-million facility on Wednesday.
Located in Studio Bell, the centre will house a collection of over 2,000 artifacts, instruments and music technology. It includes a 300-seat performance hall and multiple reception areas, broadcast facilities and classrooms as well as retail space.
It’s also home to the reconstructed King Eddy hotel and three recording studios, including the Rolling Stones Mobile Recording Studio.
Officials said the centre will preserve and celebrate Canada’s music, and inspire a new generation of music lovers.
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BELOW: Inside Calgary’s brand new National Music Centre
– With files from Jill Croteau
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