Biosphere - Free Audio Guide
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Biosphère, Rue des Seagulls, Ville-Marie, Montréal, Agglomération de Montréal, Montréal (région administrative), Québec, H3C 6A3, Canada
The Biosphère in Montreal is an environmental museum located on Saint Helen's Island, housed in the former United States pavilion from the 1967 World Expo. Designed by architect Richard Buckminster Fuller, it stands out as a symbol of Expo 67's architectural innovation. The museum focuses on educating visitors about environmental issues such as water, air, climate change, and sustainability. With its iconic geodesic dome structure, the Biosphère offers interactive exhibits to promote awareness and encourage responsible consumption. Additionally, the site features a unique artificial marsh for wastewater treatment. A popular cultural landmark, the Biosphère has been featured in films, TV shows, and even in the video game Civilization VI.