Parks Canada Celebrates Quebec Lighthouse Day at Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse
News Release
A day of activities for the whole family
July 4th, 2016 Gaspé, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
To mark the first ever Quebec Lighthouse Day on Wednesday July 13th, Parks Canada is organizing a day of activities for the whole family at Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse National Historic Site.
Young and old alike are invited to explore the inspiring world of lighthouses, mariners and navigation through the creation of a large group fresco painting. Families will also be able to explore the site with the new Xplorers booklet. Additionally, Rimouski’s municipal library will set up its “Reading Tent,” and various activities on the topic of lighthouses will be offered. The mascot Parka and other surprises await you. Bring a picnic!
Measuring 33 metres (108 feet) high, the Pointe-au-Père lighthouse is one of the tallest in the country. This emblematic lighthouse, built in 1909, is known for its elegant tower, sleek structure and eight dizzyingly high flying buttresses. Pointe-au-Père lighthouse is a landmark and a source of pride for locals and is testimony to the crucial role this site played in Canada’s maritime history.
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.
Quick Facts
- Group fresco painting
- Locally well-known painter Caroline Jacques will help visitors paint a giant fresco on the themes of lighthouses and navigation from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the lighthouse keeper’s house.
- Parks Canada Xplorers
- When you arrive at the site, your children will receive an Xplorers booklet filled with fun activities that will guide your discovery.
- Literary activities in collaboration with Rimouski’s municipal library.
- The “Reading tent” will be set up on-site for the day. Adults and children will have a selection of works on the topic of lighthouses and navigation to choose from.
- A “story time” based on lighthouse keepers will take place at 10:30 a.m. and at 1 p.m.
Associated Link
Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse National Historic Site
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Contacts
Émilie Devoe
Public Relations and Communications Officer
Gaspésie Field Unit
418-368-5538
emilie.devoe@pc.gc.ca
Media Relations
Parks Canada Agency
855-862-1812
pc.media@pc.gc.ca
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