Pointe-a-Calliere
- April 1, 2002
- Rated 3 of 5 by
funkipickle from Ystradgynlais, United Kingdom
The museum opened in 1992 after more than 10 years of archaeological digs. The museum named as a national historical site, protects the archaeological treasures in four main parts -the modern Eperon building (it has won many architectural awards), the underground archeological crypt, the renovated Ancienne-Douanne building and the Youville Pumping station. Visitors are first ushered into a multimedia show on 'Montreal-tales of the city'. The show can be listened to in French/English on some headphones. The multimedia show puts together a brief overview of Montreal's history including the international communities and the creation of its flag. I enjoyed this show a lot.
The temporary exhibition when I arrived was on artifacts from Peru, which were rather interesting. The section which showed sexual acts certainly made some people linger for quite a while!
In the basement you are able to discover the first Catholic cemetery and an exhibit showing objects from the digs. Some lovely examples of pottery and fine beadwork can be seen.
The building is wheelchair accessible. Opening times are-Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 5pm (until 6pm between July and August). Closed Mondays.
Admission adults $9.50. Special prices for groups, families, students. Also discounts for members of the International Youth Hostels.
Metro stop: Place D'Armes.
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