The Manoir Papineau National Historic Site Opens its Doors for a New Season
News Release
May 19, 2016 Montebello, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
The Manoir Papineau National Historic Site will open its doors from May 21 to October 10, 2016 for a new season. True to the bourgeois traditions of the nineteenth century, staff will welcome visitors with all the etiquette typical of the time and will open rooms traditionally reserved for residents of the manor.
To better understand the magnitude of the grand estate, visitors will want to visit the granary and its old photographs exhibit, the tea pavilion and the Papineaus’ chapel, and explore the beautiful wooded area and the gardens surrounding the manor.
Manoir Papineau was the residence of Louis-Joseph Papineau which he built in Montebello after a prolific political career. He retired there and devoted himself to his family, his passion for botany, his books, and the administration of the lands of the Seigneury of La Petite-Nation. Today, a visit to the manor will captivate both nature lovers and history buffs.
As we approach 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.
Quotes
“The Manoir Papineau National Historic Site as stood the test of time. The buildings and the gardens will transport visitors to the 19th century. The various historical characters are also at the heart of the experience and add to the visit's authenticity. We invite people to take the time to admire the beauty of the landscape and to become a distinguished guest of the Papineaus.”
Carole Loiselle,
Superintendent, La Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit, Parks Canada Agency
Quick Facts
- The Manoir Papineau National Historic Site will be open Friday to Sunday from May 21 to June 23; daily from June 24 to September 5, from 10 am to 5 pm; and, Friday to Sunday from September 6 to October 10.
- Manoir Papineau's bucolic landscape is the ideal location to draw creative inspiration in a painter's masterclass. Two classes will be offered: July 9 (beginner level) and July 10 (advanced level).
- The garden parties are back! The garden will first come to life under the themes of music and lace. On July 30 and 31, the site will host the second edition of the Symposium: Les couleurs du manoir.
On every Wednesday and Sunday during the month of August, elegance and etiquette will be on the menu for the Tea at the Manor, How Stylish! activity.
- A personalized-tea creation workshop will take place on September 11. Participants will learn more about the different varieties of tea and create their own blend.
- The Louis-Joseph Papineau oolong tea, specially created for the manor by Bon Thé divine, received its Aliments du Québec certification this winter.
Related Link
Manoir Papineau National Historic Site
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Information
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Parks Canada
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marie-monique.jean-baptiste@pc.gc.ca
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