Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site Opens its Doors for a New Season
News Release
June 7, 2016 Coteau-du-Lac, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
The Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site will open its doors from June 18 to September 5, 2016 for a new season. Visitors will discover a site with a history spanning 7,000 years that was an encampment location used by First Nations, a military fortification, and the first lock canal in Canada.
Activities and special events will dazzle young and old alike and offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beautiful landscape and the rich history of the site. Planned events include the return of the farmers’ market every Saturday, Canada Day festivities, and Parks Day and Archaeology Month activities.
Major restoration work to the blockhouse, the site’s iconic building, will start August 28, 2016. The work will allow to preserve this important military structure, a reminder of our history.
As we near the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the Government of Canada invites Canadians to experience Canada’s remarkable natural heritage and rich history in national parks and national historic sites this summer.
Quick Facts
- The Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site will be open daily from June 18 to September 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- On Canada Day, the public can visit the site free of charge.
- Many interpretive activities are offered, including the exhibit “A Passageway on the St. Lawrence”, the Blockhaus Tour, the Challenge of the Cannon, The GPS Treasure Hunt, Beat the clock, the Family Corner, and Layers of History.
- The nature trail, the archaeostroll by bike and the fort’s walking path will interest outdoors enthusiasts.
- On June 25, the Greys and Blues of Montreal will present a historical re-enactment of a 19th century military encampment and do black powder shooting demonstration.
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“The Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site is truly unique. For 7,000 years, it has witnessed the development of the region and the country. We are very pleased to be its steward and to ensure that its story will be passed on to current and future generations. By restoring the blockhouse, we are giving our past a future. We invite the public to come and discover this treasure.”
Carole Loiselle
Director, Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit, Parks Canada Agency
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