Musée ilnu de Mashteuiatsh (Musée amérindien de Mashteuiatsh) © P.Gill
Exposition permanente Tshinalu Ilnuatsh © Le Quotidien/G.Desbiens
Interprétation de la flore boréale © S.Clark
1787, rue Amishk, Mashteuiatsh
Immerse yourself in a culture that’s been around for millenia at the Mashteuiatsh museum and historic site. Learn about the Pekuakamiulnuatsh way of living from local guides and through the permanent exhibition, explore the boreal forest at the Nutshimitsh outdoor site and take part in a workshop.
Good to know
Free parking and wheelchair accessible (Kéroul).
Ilnu museum of Mashteuiatsh – Kakanauelitakanitshuap is located in Mashteuiatsh (Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean), about 210 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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Ilnu museum of Mashteuiatsh – Kakanauelitakanitshuap is located at 1787, rue Amishk, Mashteuiatsh, in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. It is about 210 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
Yes: free on-site parking, parking for motor homes (RV) and parking for buses and coaches.
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible according to the Kéroul assessment. Wheelchairs are available for rent. According to the operator, adapted activities or equipment are also available.
Yes: picnic area.
Yes, children will find on site: tales and legends.
On site: cloakroom.
Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French and in English.
Yes, groups are welcome, with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 275-4842 or on its website: museeilnu.ca.
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Last updated: June 22, 2026
