Ottawa · Established 1874
The Registry
These walls once held the record of a growing city.
A place in Ottawa’s history
Built to preserve the story of a city.
Built in 1873–1874, Ottawa’s former City Registry Office safeguarded the deeds, surveys, mortgages, and land records that shaped the capital.
Its brickwork, arched openings, and vaulted interior endured as its purpose evolved—from Registry, to historical museum, to the city’s tourist and convention centre.
1978
A landmark preserved
Its character became part of Ottawa’s inheritance.
The building received heritage designation in 1978, ensuring that its distinctive presence would remain part of the city.
Today
A new chapter begins within historic walls.
Cellars at the Registry brings a new gathering place to this storied Ottawa address while honouring the building that came before it.
Discover Cellars