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CABANE À PIERRE Located South of Quebec City, La Cabane à Pierre, a cedar log cabin, brings you back in time with its authentic surroundings : a stone baker's oven, a warm open-flame central fireplace and oil lamps set on pine tables. Visit the ancestral sugar shack and discover the Quebec traditions. At lunch or at dinner time, our musicians will invite you to sing, dance and "play the spoons" to the sound of traditional folk songs and music. Ginette Dulac 566, rang 2, CP 1006, Frampton, QC, G0R 1M0 Tel: 418-479-5200 • 1-888-385-5200 Fax: 418-479-5238 info@cabaneapierre.com www.cabaneapierre.com
attractions
ÉRABLIÈRE DU CAP Sugar Shack Érablière du Cap is a family company for more than 25 years. Come to discover this tree with so delicious syrup. Opened all year round, we are able to serve the famous maple taffy on snow at any time. Guided visit, maple butter making of, tasting of the products processed on the spot without forgetting the typical French Canadian meal are some of the activities available on our site. Joannie Tardif 1925 chemin Lambert, Lévis, QC, G7A 2N4 Tel: 418-831-8647 Fax: 418-831-1960 info@erabliereducap.com www.erabliereducap.com
J. ARMAND BOMBARDIER MUSEUM The J. Armand Bombardier Museum pays tribute to Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the ingenious Quebec inventor and visionary entrepreneur who changed history through his revolutionary innovations in snow transportation. On display are several dynamic temporary exhibitions and three remarkable permanent ones. Madelaine Houde 1001, avenue J.-A.-Bombardier, Valcourt, QC, J0E 2L0 Tel: 450-532-5300 Fax: 450-532-2260 info@museebombardier.com www.bombardiermuseum.com
MAISON DU GRANIT Located in an old granite quarry, at 640 metres altitude on a flank of Mount Saint Sebastian, the Maison du Granit exposes and explains the rich legacy of stone carvers in the region of Lac-Drolet, Sainte-Cecile-de - Whitton and San Sebastian. Michel Fortin 301, route du Morne CP 340, Lac-Drolet, QC, G0Y 1C0 Tel: 819-549-2566 Fax: 819-549-2566 mgranit@megantic.net • www.maisondugranit.ca
MUSÉE DE L’AUTO ANCIENNE DE RICHMOND Discover the evolution of the car design through the years! The museum offers exhibits of more than 45 models that date back to the early 1900s,and more than 1500 of miniatures in various colours. This is the perfect destination for car enthusiasts. Nicole Giguère 655 rue Craig, Richmond, QC, J0B 2H0 Tel: 819-826-5775 Fax: 819-879-0404 nicole_giguere@sympatico.ca museeautorichmond.com
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MONTÉRÉGIE’S MUSEUMS: MISSISQUOI MUSEUM The Missisquoi Museum is located in the beautiful Eastern Townships along the Wine Route. The main collection featuring the United Empire Loyalists and the history of Missisquoi County is housed in the Cornell Mill and Hodge’s General Store takes the visitor back to the 1940.The Museum is open daily 10 to 5 from the end of May to mid October. There is a small admission fee and parking, picnic area and washrooms are available. « History Available – Inquire Within » Pamela Realffe 2 River St., Stanbridge East, QC, J0J 2H0 Tel: 450-248-3153 Fax: 450-248-0420 info@missisquoimuseum.ca www.missisquoimuseum.ca
PARC HISTORIQUE DE LA POUDRIÈRE DE WINDSOR SITE OF THE OLDEST BLACK POWDER MILL IN QUÉBEC! Visit our NEW PERMANENT INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION centered on the history of different types of explosives and participate in a training session at the mill given by our foreman, directly from the beginning of the 20th century (adapted for groups of all ages). For nature lovers, over five kilometres of WALKING TRAILS show off the ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES. Fees : $7.50 (1 free/20). Boutique/Terrace with bar/ Picnic areas. Alexandre Bisson 342 St-Georges, Windsor, QC, J1S 2Z5 Tel: 819-845-5284 Fax: 819-845-5615 poudriere@villedewindsor.qc.ca www.lapoudriere.qc.ca
PARC NATIONAL DU MONTMÉGANTIC-ASTROLAB You wish to organize a great group outing? Offer the infinity of the stars with a stay in a luxurious chalet in the Mégantic Region. THE PACKAGE INCLUDES: One night at the Domaine des Montagnais in one of their chalets, Continental breakfast, A day visit at the ASTROLab, Daily access to the hiking and snowshoeing trails at Parc National du Mont-Mégantic, Acces to the heated pool or skating rink at the Domaine des Montagnais. Marie-Georges Bélanger 189, route du Parc, Notre-Dame-des-Bois, QC, J0B 2E0 Tel: 819-888-2941 Fax: 819-888-2943 parc.mont-megantic@sepaq.com www.astrolab.qc.ca • www.domainedesmontagnais.ca
Western Québec CANADIAN MUSEUM OF CIVILIZATION Explore 1,000 years of Canadian history as you travel through townscapes and life-sized environments, and meet some of the country’s most remarkable figures. Stroll along the boardwalk in a West Coast aboriginal village, and walk among the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles. The Museum also presents international exhibitions and houses the Children’s Museum, the Postal Museum and an IMAX® Theatre. Reduced rate when you include a visit to the Canadian War Museum. Stephanie Fortin 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, QC, KIA OM8 Tel: 819-776-7086 • 1-800-555-5621 Fax: 819-776-7017 stephanie.fortin@civilization.ca www.civilization.ca
CANADIAN MUSEUM OF NATURE The Canadian Museum of Nature is Canada’s national history and natural sciences museum. Located in a gothic castle, visitors get a unique experience through its state of the art world-class galleries. From dinosaurs to the largest collection of Canadian birds and captivating high-definition movies, visitors can explore Canada's natural treasures. On May 21, 2010, the Museum will be fully re-opened with more brand new galleries as we celebrate the building’s 100th anniversary. Nathalie Cellard P.O. Box 3443, Station “D”, Ottawa, QC, K1P 6P4 Tel: 613-566-4701 • 1-800-263-4433 Fax: 613-566-4798 questions@mus-nature.ca • www.nature.ca
CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM The Canadian War Museum takes you on an exciting journey through the personal, national and international dimensions of Canada’s military history. Moving firsthand accounts from the men, women and children who have lived through these conflicts are enhanced by the Museum’s vast collection of military vehicles, artillery, works of art and artifacts of all sizes — from medals to a CF-Voodoo jet fighter. Any Fortin 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, QC, K1R 1C2 Tel: 819-776-7086 • 1-800-555-5621 Fax: 819-776-7017 any.fortin@warmuseum.ca www.warmuseum.ca
DOMAINE DE L'ANGE-GARDIEN Le Domaine de l'Ange-Gardien, a family-owned maple sugar shack is situated only minutes from Gatineau and the National capital Region. Our hall can accommodate more than 200 guests. Come enjoy our traditional "all-you-can-eat" meal, visit our sugar shack and sample our maple products. Horse-drawn sleigh or wagon rides await you. Snow tubing for student groups is also available during winter. Groups are welcome. Very large parking for buses. Bilingual staff. Bienvenue! Julie Deschamps 1031, Pierre-Laporte, l'Ange-Gardien, QC, J8L 2W7 Tel: 819-281-0299 • 1-877-281-0299 Fax: 819-281-8388 angegardien@xplornet.com www.domaineangegardien.ca
NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE Come and experience Canada’s best Theatre, Dance and Music. Performances run year round and group discounts and driver/escort comps are available. With over 600 performances on our four stages every year the NAC offers something for everyone. The NAC is home to the worldrenowned National Arts Centre Orchestra as well as world-class dining at Le Café restaurant, which also offers a wonderful view of the Rideau Canal for lunch and dinner. Jennifer Hirst 53 Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5W1 Tel: 613-947-7000 ext. 384 • 1-866-850-2787 Fax: 613-996-2828 grp@nac-cna.ca • www.nac-cna.ca