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August 3, 2007
- » 18th Century Military Drill
- » 19th Century Photography
- » A ride through time...to discover the Lachine Canal (guided bicycle tour of the canal)
- » A stroll through time...to discover the Lachine Canal (Tour of the Saint-Gabriel locks)
- » Casting off... to discover the Lachine Canal (Heritage boat tour)
- » Discover Old Montreal on foot: The official walking tour
- » Following the beaver's trail
- » From Masters' Hands
- » Guided tour of the On our Shores exhibition at the Dorval Museum of Local History and Heritage
- » Our Daily Bread
- » Photo contest "Montréal à l'œil" Industrial Montréal
18th Century Military Drill
» Musée Stewart
Authentic military drill performed by soldiers of the Compagnie franche de la Marine and/or the Olde 78th Fraser Highlanders: cannon-firing, exciting battle manoeuvres, music, and Highland dancing.
19th Century Photography
» Musée McCord d'histoire canadienne
This workshop invites curious and inspired photographers to explore the incredible technological evolution of this artistic practice at the turn of the 19th century.
Everyday in July and August. All workshops and activities are bilingual and included with Museum admission, unless otherwise indicated. Opening hours Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open Mondays on holiday weekends and during the summer months, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission on the first Saturday of each month from 10 am to 12 pm.
A ride through time...to discover the Lachine Canal (guided bicycle tour of the canal)
» Canal-de-Lachine, Lieu historique national du Canada
Accompanied by a guide, explore the rich heritage of the Lachine Canal. Discover the many faces of this unparalleled historic site.
Schedule from June 24 to September 2: Daily from Thursday to Sunday, departure at 10:00 a.m.
- Length : 2 h 15
- Schedule : 10 a.m.
- Target audience : General public
- Price : $5
- Leaving from : Information kiosk south of Atwater Market (Corner of Atwater and Saint-Ambroise)
- Metro : Lionel-Groulx
- Type of visit : By bicycle
- Also on August 2, August 3, August 4, August 5, August 9, August 10, August 11, August 12, August 16 and August 17.
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A stroll through time...to discover the Lachine Canal (Tour of the Saint-Gabriel locks)
» Canal-de-Lachine, Lieu historique national du Canada
Discover a historic landscape unique in Montréal. Historic locks, industrial heritage, contemporary revitalization: this one site summarizes the entire history of the canal.
Reservations accepted at 514-283-6054.
- Length : 1 h
- Schedule : 1:30 p.m. , 3:30 p.m.
- Target audience : General public (12 years old and up)
- Price : $2
- Leaving from : office of the Saint-Gabriel lock (Des Seigneurs Street, between Notre-Dame St. and Saint-Patrick St.)
- Metro : Charlevoix
- Bus : 57
- Type of visit : On foot
- Also on August 1, August 2, August 3, August 4, August 5, August 6, August 7, August 8, August 9 and August 10.
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A stroll through time...to discover the Lachine Canal
Photo Parks Canada (P.-É. Cadorette) 2003
Casting off... to discover the Lachine Canal (Heritage boat tour)
» Canal-de-Lachine, Lieu historique national du Canada
Join us aboard the Navark Dollier-de-Casson for a cruise along the Lachine Canal. Transit the locks, enjoy stunning views of the downtown area, and relive the history of the canal.
Schedule: June 24 to September 3, 2007 - departures every day at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. September 8 to October 13, 2007 - Saturday, Sunday and holidays, departures at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Reservations accepted at 514-283-6054.
- Length : 2 h
- Schedule : 1 p.m. , 3:30 p.m.
- Target audience : General public
- Price : $11 / $18
- Leaving from : Atwater Market dock (kiosk south of Atwater Market, corner Atwater and Saint-Ambroise)
- Metro : Lionel-Groulx
- Type of visit : By boat
- Also on August 1, August 2, August 3, August 4, August 5, August 6, August 7, August 8, August 9 and August 10.
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A cruise through time...to discover the Lachine Canal
Image Parks Canada (M. Mercier) 2007
Discover Old Montreal on foot: The official walking tour
» Guidatour
A walking tour full of information on history and architecture, and many anecdotes revealing the secrets of Old Montreal from yesterday to today!
Itinerary: From Place d'Armes to Place Jacques-Cartier, including the Royal Bank, Notre-Dame Basilica, Cours Le Royer, Rue Saint-Jacques, Rue Notre-Dame, Rue Saint-Paul, City Hall, the Champ de Mars, and the old Bonsecours Market.
- Length : 1 h 30
- Schedule : 11 a.m. , 1:30 p.m.
- Price : $7.50 / $16.50
- Leaving from : Departures in front of the Boutique du Parvis of Notre-Dame Basilica (110 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest).
- Metro : Place-d'Armes
- Type of visit : On foot
- Also on August 1, August 2, August 3, August 4, August 5, August 6, August 7, August 8, August 9 and August 10.
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Discover Old Montreal on foot: The official walking tour
Photo: Mathieu Déziel
Following the beaver's trail
» Commerce-de-la-fourrure-à-Lachine, Lieu historique national du Canada
Guided tour of the historic fur-trade warehouse
- Length : 30 min
- Schedule : 10 a.m. , 11 a.m. , 1 p.m. , 2 p.m. , 3 p.m. , 4 p.m.
- Target audience : General public
- Price : $1.95 / $3.95
- Metro : Angrignon
- Bus : 195 W
- Type of visit : On foot
- Also on August 1, August 2, August 3, August 6, August 7, August 8, August 9, August 10, August 13 and August 14.
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From Masters' Hands
» Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec
Guided group tour of our permanent exhibit of both minor and major works of traditional artisans from all corners of Quebec.
Tours do not operate on a fixed schedule; when calling to make your reservation, you can choose your arrival time between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Guided tour of the On our Shores exhibition at the Dorval Museum of Local History and Heritage
» Musée d'histoire et du patrimoine de Dorval
This exhibition looks at the events that have taken place on the shores of Lake Saint-Louis, going back to the arrival of Dorval's first European settlers.
The On our Shores exhibition will be presented from June 21 to September 30, 2007. The museum (1850 Chemin Bord-du-Lac - Lakeshore, Dorval) is open Thursday to Sunday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. For information, call 514-633-4314.
Our Daily Bread
» Musée Stewart
Costumed guides welcome visitors to New France with living history demonstrations of daily life in 1758.
This activity takes place in the museum courtyard. Activities may vary depending on the day and are included in the admission fee to the Stewart Museum. These activities are held daily, from June 24 until August 19, 2007.
Photo contest "Montréal à l'œil" Industrial Montréal
» Centre d’histoire de Montréal
Inaugurated by the Centre d’histoire de Montréal in 1993 and open to both amateurs and professionals, the contest aims to discover and uncover the heritage of daily life in Montreal.
Send your photos in our adress: Contest "Montréal à l'œil," 335 Place d'Youville, Montreal H2Y 3T1. The Industrial Montreal contest offers a fabulous landscape of possibilities for all who love to take photographs. In your sights: anything and everything related to industry on the island of Montreal. The east-end refineries and the Old Port’s grain silos are perfect examples of the enormous potential of this subject. It’s up to you to explore the vast industrial heritage that, since 1850, has made Montreal the economic capital of the province and indeed of all of Canada. Check our web site for all the details (www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/chm)
Legend
The Montreal Heritage Calendar was produced by Héritage Montréal in collaboration with the Montreal Heritage Network and its partners.
La Compagnie franche de la Marine, in blue and grey uniforms, perform drill, firing exercices and a mock attack on the fort, accompagnied by fifes and drums. The Olde 78th Fraser Highlanders, wearing the regimental kilt, perform firing exercises as well as pipe and drum music and Highland dancing. This activity takes place in the courtyard of the Museum.