The Fort Lennox National Historic Site is starting a new season
News Release
Authentic the moment you walk through the door!
May 18, 2016 Saint-Paul-de-l'Île-aux-Noix, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
The Fort Lennox National Historic Site will open its doors from May 23 to October 10, 2016, for a brand new tourism season. The crossing of the Richelieu River by ferry is the link to this important 19th century fortification hidden on the Île aux Noix. Once there, visitors will discover the living quarters of garrison members, meet Fort inhabitants and take on historical challenges as a family.
2016 is also the year where Fort Lennox will host once again the Saint-Paul-de-l'Île-aux-Noix Nautical Festival. For three full days, the island will be lively, both inside and outside the Fort. For the occasion, many activities will be available for the whole family and provided by Parks Canada, in collaboration with Centre de plein air L'Estacade and Amis du Fort Lennox.
As they come in, visitors will be able to admire the main gates, identity element of the site, that was restored last year. The focus of the work was to stabilize and reinforce the stone arch structure while respecting the cultural resource's heritage. This entrance is an important event when visiting the Fort and following the meticulous efforts of all the artisans who toiled on the site, visitors will be able to enjoy this cultural heritage treasure for many years to come.
As we near the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the Government invites all Canadians to experience Canada’s remarkable natural heritage and rich history at national parks and national historic sites this summer.
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"The Fort Lennox National Historic Site provides a larger than life experience. After over three centuries, the Fort still stands as a guardian on the lovely Richelieu River. Restoring the north entrance was a priority for Parks Canada so visitors could enjoy an authentic experience from the very moment they arrive at the Fort, giving a future to our past.”
Carole Loiselle, Superintendent, La Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit, Parks Canada Agency
Quick Facts
- The Fort Lennox National Historic Site will be open from Monday to Friday between May 23 and June 21 and every day between June 22 and September 5, as well as from Friday to Sunday and on statutory holidays from September 6 to October 10, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- On Canada Day, visitors will be able to enjoy the historic site for free.
- The Saint-Paul-de-l'Île-aux-Noix Nautical Festival will be held on the wharf of the Fort Lennox National Historic Site from July 8 to July 10, 2016.
- The Fort's park is a perfect natural location to share a picnic or for families to play in the green open spaces.
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