The Rooms.

Dominating the St. John’s skyline, The Rooms is a massive cultural hub designed to mimic the gabled "fishing rooms" where local families once processed their catch. This striking facility brings the provincial archives, art gallery, and museum together under one roof, serving as the definitive storyteller of Newfoundland and Labrador. Inside, the programming jumps between natural history dioramas and contemporary Canadian art, while the archives offer a deep dive into genealogy and indigenous history. The building sits on the footprint of the 18th-century Fort Townshend, and its glass-walled atriums provide what are arguably the best panoramic views of the harbor and Signal Hill. It is a high-functioning community space that manages to feel both like a sleek modern gallery and a rugged tribute to the North Atlantic.