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Walls of History

Québec City, designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and the only fortified city in North America, has yet to give up all her secrets...

Discover the history of a city like no other. A crossroads of civilizations and the founding of a nation. Putting a human face on heritage...

Adult Groups – 2007-2008
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Deluxe tour - Special guided tour of the Citadelle of Québec and the Royal 22e Régiment Museum, with access to areas normally off-limits to visitors!
A witness to major historical events, the Citadelle boasts spectacular architecture, a commanding view of the St. Lawrence River and a museum with impressive collections of artefacts.
Coffee served in the mess hall.
www.lacitadelle.qc.ca/
Contact : Rachelle Mongrain
information@lacitadelle.qc.ca
Phone : 418 694-2815

 
Commander-in-chief of Canada – Guided tour of the residence of the governor general of Canada
Tour the States rooms where the Governor General carries out her responsibilities of Canada’s head of State and Commander-in-Chief. Throughout the tour, you will also discover historic events held there such as the Québec Conferences of 1943 and 1944. www.gg.ca
Contact : Jocelyne Long
citadelle@gg.ca  
Phone : 418 648-4322 
or 1-866-936-4422

 
Sound and light show at the Musée du Fort
With our sound and light show come and relive the military history of Québec using and impressive model of the city and region as seen in 1750. We offer an interactive quiz following the presentation that everyone will enjoy. www.museedufort.com
(Adult groups section)
Contact : Anick Hébert
info@museedufort.com  
Phone : 418 692-1759

 
Odyssey: A journey through history on the Plains of Abraham
Fascinating multimedia show on the history of Canada, the famous battles that took place on the Plains of Abraham and in Sainte-Foy and the creation of Canada's first national park. See the outstanding collection of uniforms of the different regiments that took part in these battles.
Tea and cookies can be served upon request!
New show for 2006
www.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca/
Contact : Isabelle
isabelle.lussier@ccbn-nbc.gc.ca
Phone : 418 648-5371

 
Tea Ceremony - Interactive presentation
Discover the art of preparing, serving and drinking tea, in proper English style, at the luxurious British officers' mess at the Artillery Park. A glimpse into the lives of members of Québec City's high society in 1830 and an overview of the historical context at the time. www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/artiller/
Contact : Caroline Roy
parcscanada-que@pc.gc.ca  
Phone : 418 648-7016

 

 
Guided tour of the Fortifications of Québec Interpretation Centre
Presentation on the evolution of the city's defences through the French and English Regimes to modern times. An overview of 300 years of urban development and military engineering. Visit the Saint-Louis powder magazine and the western rampart. www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/qc/
Contact : Caroline Roy
parcscanada-que@pc.gc.ca  
Phone : 418 648-7016

 
Naval museum of Quebec tour
Regardless of the military strategies used, the fact remains that war basically involves human beings fighting one another. The exhibition allows you to understand how war affects lives, including your own. www.mnq-nmq.org
Contact : André Kirouac
kirouac.and@forces.gc.ca  
Phone : 418 694-5387

 
Defending the capital - Interactive guided tour of Québec City's military heritage at the Observatoire de la Capitale.
 From a vantage point 221 m / 729 feet in the air, you can see every military site and understand the important strategic role Québec City played in this part of the country. www.observatoirecapitale.org/military
Contact : Marie-Claude Grenon
marie-claude.grenon@
observatoirecapitale.org

Phone : 418 643-3117 
or 1-888-497-4322

See the activity Web sites for rates and conditions

Québec City's military heritage: Opening the doors to History…


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