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Museums and historic sites in Quebec

Museums and historic sites to dive into history.

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Musée Rodrigue

Discover the fascinating history of the Laurentians at Musée Rodrigue!

Le Site d’autrefois

Visit the Îles-de-la-Madeleine and travel back in time.

Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site

This National Historic Site commemorates the last naval battle between France and England, a year after the Battle of the Plains of Abraham (1759), in Québec city.

Pointe-à-Callière – Montréal Archaeology and History Complex

Designated a National Historic Site, Pointe-à-Callière is a spectacular museum built atop an authentic archaeological site located at Montréal's birthplace.
Jun. 15 – Dec. 31, 2026

The Montréal Aviation Museum

Temporarily closed for renovations from February 4th till mid-June 2026.
Jun. 15 – Dec. 31, 2026

Mackenzie King Estate

Located in the heart of Gatineau Park, this estate is a precious Canadian legacy.
Free

Centre de découvertes Zoom Nature Desjardins

This regional interpretation centre presents themed exhibitions and activities related to biodiversity and local flora and fauna (birds, mammals, wild plants, invertebrates, minerals and fossils).

Exporail – the Canadian Railway Museum

Museum featuring the largest railway collection in Canada.

Fort Chambly National Historic Site

From its original wooden fort, built in 1665 by the Carignan-Salières Regiment,to the exit of British troops in the mid-19th century, every corner of the site echoes military life.

Manoir Fraser

This stately 1830s residence tells the story of the Fraser 'seigneurs' (lords) and their influence on Rivière-du-Loup's development during the 19th century.

Musée de la nature (Saint-Tite-des-Caps)

The only one of its kind in Québec, this museum is home to extraordinary exhibits of thousands of animal species.

Centre d’interprétation du chemin du portage

At this museum housed in an old schoolhouse, artifacts and maps tell the story of Chemin du Portage.
Free

Museums and historic sites in Quebec are anything but boring for kids! Hands-on exhibits, scavenger hunts, costumed interpreters, and creative workshops bring history and science to life for all ages. Many institutions offer free admission for children or attractive family rates — and they make perfect rainy-day saviours. Explore our directory in Québec to plan your next cultural outing.