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Canadian Museum of Civilization

Until March 28: The museum presents 'Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures,' a collection of over 200 artifacts including jewellery, carvings, glassware, and sculpture from as early as 300 B.C. that have survived chaos in the region. Until Sept. 12: 'Profit and Ambition: The Canadian Fur Trade, 1779–1821' tells the epic story of the North West Company, a commercial outfit that included French-Canadian entrepreneurs and voyageurs, Scottish explorers, Métis bison-hunters, and Aboriginal trappers and guides that was for many years the Hudson's Bay Company's greatest rival. The exhibit features 250 artifacts, such as period European and Aboriginal trade goods, historical documents, and paintings, and traces the rise and fall of this mercantile empire. May 27 to Jan. 2011: The Horse explores the profound relationship between horses and humans through artifacts, models, dioramas, horse art, interactive stations, and high-definition videos. Museum admission: $12; students and seniors: $10; children (ages three to 12): $8; families: $30; children under three: free. Free admission Thursday evenings. Until April 30: Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 5pm; Thursday to 8pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9.30am to 5pm.