Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
An 800-seat 1912 Romanesque Byzantine heritage building on Lisgar Street, operated as Carleton University's downtown arts centre since 2018 — known for exceptional acoustics.
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About
The Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre (CDCC) occupies an 1912 Romanesque Byzantine heritage building in Centretown — originally built as a church. Carleton University purchased the building in 2018 and now runs it as a downtown satellite for the university's music program, while the Dominion-Chalmers United Church congregation continues to use the space for services.
The main sanctuary seats about 800 and is renowned for its acoustics — it's one of Ottawa's most respected classical and chamber-music rooms. Chamberfest and other serious music programming regularly use the space.
What to Know
- Capacity: ~800-seat sanctuary
- Built: 1912
- Architectural Style: Romanesque Byzantine
- Purchased by Carleton: 2018
- Acoustics: Widely regarded as one of Ottawa's best for classical music
Programming
- Classical and chamber music concerts
- Chamberfest performances
- Carleton University music program events
- Community lectures and cultural events
- Sunday church services (separate congregation)
Visitor Information
- Tickets: Via Carleton, Chamberfest, or event organizers
- Accessibility: Accessible seating available
- Good for: Classical music, acoustic concerts, heritage tours
Getting There
- Address: 290 Lisgar Street (Centretown, at O'Connor)
- Transit: Bus routes along O'Connor and Bank
- Parking: Street and nearby lots
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