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The Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site is opening its doors for a new season
June 6, 2016 Montreal, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
The Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site will open its doors from June 18th to September 5th, 2016 for a new season. Visitors will make a trip back to the 19th century, to a time when the fur trade was a key commercial activity.
Located on the shore of Lake Saint-Louis, the Interpretation Centre is in fact an old warehouse built by the North West Company nearly 200 years ago. Thanks to an exhibit that tells the story of trappers, voyageurs, First Nations and bourgeois of the time, you will learn about the lives of these adventurers who helped build Canada. Kids will make interesting discoveries and have fun while taking part in Parks Canada Xplorers Program.
As we near the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, the Government invites Canadians to experience Canada’s remarkable natural heritage and rich history in national parks and national historic sites this summer.
Quick Facts
- The Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site will be open daily from June 18th to September 5th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Explora, Parks Canada’s official guided tour app, is also available to discover the site and learn more about the main actors of the fur trade, the means of transportation and the major companies.
- On Canada Day, the public is invited to visit the historic site free of charge.
- The site is open by reservation from April to October for groups.
Quote
“The Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site is the last witness to the golden age of the fur trade. This ‘industry’ had a major impact on the geographic and economic development of Canada. Many people were directly or indirectly involved with the fur trade, and we are very proud to perpetuate their memory through this historic site.”
Carole Loiselle
Director, Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit, Parks Canada Agency
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Bundles and furs
Exterior of the historic site
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