Anchored in the heart of the metropolis for over 100 years, the McCord Stewart Museum sheds light on life in Montreal, past and present. It bears witness to the histories, vitality, creativity and diversity of the communities that make it up. Committed to a process of decolonization and sustainable development, it designs exhibitions and educational, cultural and civic activities that take a critical, inclusive look at social history and contemporary issues. Custodian of a remarkable heritage, the Museum's collections - Archives, Documentary Art, Costume, Fashion and Textiles, Aboriginal Cultures, Material Culture and Photography - boast 2.5 million images, objects, documents and works of art, making it one of North America's leading museums.