St. Matthew Protestant Church Constructed between 1878 and 1882, the church, whose design was inspired from St. Oswald s Church in Liverpool, has since been transformed into a library. You can go inside to admire its architectural features, including the original stained-glass windows and woodwork. The cemetery behind the church dates back to 1772, making it one of the oldest in the province. A Mobile Application (Apple devices only) under St. Matthew s Cemetery (Québec) By Ville de Québec provides a virtual tour of the site. Hours: Early May to Mid-November. Quartier Montcalm Boulevard René-Lévesque This boulevard is one of the main thoroughfares in Upper Town. Given its location and the fact it stretches from downtown to the university, many bus routes, including the Métrobus, travel at least partway along its length. René-Lévesque is also a favourite route for local parades, such as one of the two for the Québec Winter Carnival. Avenue Cartier A stroll along avenue Cartier in the Montcalm District will lead you past about a hundred local shops. You are sure to appreciate the bustling atmosphere, fine grocery shops and trendy specialized boutiques. This avenue was named in memory of politician George-Étienne Cartier. Grande Allée The road that never sleeps! There is always a crowd here at any time of the day or night, be it families out for a walk or party-goers going bar hopping. A number of restaurants, bars and buildings with impressive architecture are located on this street. The name Grande Allée goes back to the French Administration; in those days this was the road linking Québec and the Amerindian mission in Sillery. Also known as the Québec Champs Élysées, at one time Grande Allée was the most fashionable street in town. It is lined with buildings of diverse architectural styles, typical of Victorian times. Several Second Empire residences were built here (677-695, Grande Allée Est), influenced by Hôtel du Parlement architecture. Photo credit: Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec Henry-Stuart House 0 82, Grande Allée Ouest 418-647-4347, ext. 201 1-800-494-4347 www.actionpatrimoine.ca/mhs/accueil.htm This authentic English cottage (1849) and historic English garden tell about the life and times of the Stuart family, who lived here from 1918 to 1988. You can take a guided tour of the house, a designated historical monument. Hours: closed on Monday and Tuesday from end of June to Labour Day. Guided tours. Upon reservation for groups. Tea and cakes served after the tour. Maison Krieghoff (house) This house is located at 115 Grande Allée Ouest. The Dutch painter Cornelius Krieghoff lived in 1859, and a plaque dedicated to him can be found on the grounds. Musée national des beaux-arts 2 du Québec (museum) Parc des Champs-de-Bataille 418-643-2150 1-866-220-2150 www.mnbaq.org An unforgettable rendez-vous with the works of Québec s greatest artists, including Jean-Paul Riopelle, Jean Paul Lemieux and Alfred Pellan. The Musée also presents exhibitions showcasing Canadian art, international art and an exceptional exhibition of Inuit art. Located in the heart of a magnificent park, the Musée houses the former Québec City prison, which visitors can tour. Restaurant with terrace, giftshop, activities. Hours: closed on Monday. Reduced rates for groups. [ Ad p. 18 ] Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec www.quebecregion.com 39
30 31 28 32 28 Henri-Stuart House 29 Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (museum) 30 Observatoire de la Capitale 31 Parliament Building 32 Plains of Abraham Museum 29 Plains of Abraham (Battlefields Park) 2 Created in 1908, Battlefields Park commemorates the clashes between the British and French armies of Wolfe and Montcalm (1759), and then Murray and Lévis (1760). A host of recreational, cultural and historical activities are held on the Plains of Abraham, located in downtown Québec City. In the summer, you can enjoy a concert at the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand or take the historical Abraham s Bus tour. Interactive themed tours and educational activities are available to youth and adult groups throughout the year, upon reservation. The beautiful Joan of Arc Garden pays homage to the heroes of 1759 1760. Family activities are held here on Halloween. The garden is also decorated in the winter. In the summer, Martello Tower 1 features Attention, gunner of the Martello tower. With a smart tablet, experience augmented reality and discover in real time period animation superimposed on the tower s setting. The Governor s Promenade and Grey and PierreDugua-De Mons terraces afford breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River year-round. Many foot and bike paths, snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails, and bus tour route. The multiplatform application My Mobile Plains features close to 200 points of interest of the park (tablet rental also available at the Plains of Abraham Museum). [ Ad p. 4 ] 40 #quebecregion Monument to Charles-de-Gaulle This monument was erected in honour of this French statesman, who supported development of franco-québecois relations during the sixties. The sculpture is by Fabien Pagé (1997). Monument to Montcalm In Général-De Montcalm Square stands a monument to this French hero of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham (1759). The statue was created by sculptor Léopold Morice and architect Paul Chabert in 1911. Plains of Abraham Photo credit: Luc-Antoine Couturier
Colline parlementaire Promenade des Premiers-Ministres In this district are located many provincial government offices, the Parliament Building, the offices of many businesses and companies, several residential and commercial streets, and a number of parks. Stretching from avenue Honoré-Mercier to rue De La Chevrotière, this walkway overlooking boulevard René-Lévesque is lined with a series of interpretation panels summarizing the political careers of each of Québec s premiers since Confederation (1867). Parc de l Amérique-Française Located in front of the Grand Théâtre de Québec, this park is dedicated to all North American French-speaking communities. Marie-Guyart Building This building (1967-1972), is where the offices of the Ministry of Education are located. Marie Guyart founded the first Ursuline convent and first school for girls in North America in 1639. Une capitale sur la colline, an illustrated exhibit on the history and architecture of Parliament Hill is presented in the tunnel linking Place Québec and the Marie-Guyart Building. Fifteen images with detailed descriptions. Open from 6 a.m. to midnight. Near the entrance to this building is a sculpture by Charles Daudelin called 1+1=1 (1996). Observatoire de la Capitale 3 Honoré-Mercier Building Édifice Marie-Guyart, 1037, De La Chevrotière, 31st stage 418-644-9841 1-888-497-4322 (Canada) www.observatoire-capitale.com A 360 view of Québec City from 221 m (725 ) up. The expansive windows afford a spectacular view of the maze of streets below, the St.Lawrence river, Île d Orléans and mountains in the surrounding area. Learn about the history of Québec City through an interactive tour that is like going on a journey through time.the first place to visit! Guided tours and educational activities for groups also available. Hours: Thanksgiving (mid-october) to January 31, closed on Monday. [ Ad p. 45 ] This building is another example of Beaux-Arts architecture. It houses the Executive Council, Cabinet Room and Premier s Office. The block comprising the Parliament, Pamphile-Le May and Honoré-Mercier Buildings has been designated a Québec heritage site for its historical and symbolic significance. Monument to René-Lévesque René Lévesque was the 23rd premier of Québec (from 1976 to 1985). Among his notable achievements include the Charter of the French Language and the provincial law on the funding of political parties. The bronze statue is by artist Fabien Pagé. Monument to Robert-Bourassa Robert Bourassa, the 22nd premier of Québec (1970-1976 and 1985-1994). The work is by sculptor Jules Lasalle. L Inuksuk This monument (2002) erected as a sign of friendship between Québec and the Inuit. Monument to Jean-Lesage Monument to Jean Lesage, Québec s 19th premier (1960-1966) and the father of the Quiet Revolution. The work is by artist Annick Bourgeau. Photo credit: Luc-Antoine Couturier www.quebecregion.com 41
Pamphile-Le May Building This building (1910-1916) is home to the National Assembly Library, it was named in honour of the first parliamentary librarian after Confederation. Parliament Building 3 1045, rue des Parlementaires 418-643-7239 1-866-337-8837 www.assnat.qc.ca Built between 1877 and 1886, the Parliament Building houses the National Assembly (provincial legislature). The façade, with its bronze statues, is illuminated at night. Two sculptures by Louis-Philippe Hébert stand outside the front of the building. Above the main entrance hangs the Québec coat of arms and motto, both adopted in 1939. The provincial flag flies from the central tower. Guided tours (French, English, Spanish and Italian) upon reservation. Groups numbering 10 or more should book ahead. Tourny Fountain Across from the Parliament Building stands this magnificent fountain, a gift from La Maison Simons (a local family-owned retail store) to the City of Québec for its 400th anniversary. Passers-by often stop to admire the 43 fountain heads and figures adorning this impressive monument, which measures 7 m (21 ft.) high and 4 m (13 ft.) in diameter. In the evening, the fountain is illuminated. Tourny Fountain Monument to Honoré-Mercier Work by Paul Chevré (1912). Honoré Mercier was the ninth premier of Québec (1887 to 1891) and a staunch defender of provincial autonomy within the Canadian Confederation. Monument to Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine Work by sculptor Henri Hébert (1921), which was reinstalled in 2003. Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine was a reformist who, along with Robert Baldwin, jointly led the first government of the Province of Canada from 1848 to 1851. Monument to Louis-Joseph-Papineau Louis-Joseph Papineau was speaker of the House of Assembly of Lower Canada from 1815 to 1838. The sculpture is the work of Suzanne Gravel and Yvon Milliard. Monument to Maurice-Duplessis Maurice Duplessis, the 16th premier of Québec (1936 1939 and 1944 1959). This sculpture was created by Émile Brunet (1960). Monument to women in politics Created by sculptor Jules Lasalle, this statue is a tribute to those who played a leading role in demanding and obtaining the right to vote for women in Québec. Parliament Building 42 #quebecregion Photo credits: Luc-Antoine Couturier ; Guy Lessard
Monument to Adélard-Godbout Adélard Godbout, Québec s 15th premier (1936 and 1939 1944) and the man whose government passed legislation giving women the right to vote in 1940. This statue was created by sculptor Michel Binette (2000). Parc de la Francophonie This park pays homage to the international agency fostering cultural and technical cooperation among French-speaking states. Names of the 68 member countries and governments are listed on two interpretation panels. Voltigeurs de Québec Drill Hall This magnificent architecture is recognized as part of the country s national heritage. Built in 1885, it was designed by Eugène-Étienne Taché, the same architect who drew the plans for the Parliament Building. It was consumed by a terrible fire on April, 2008. Plains of Abraham Museum 2 835 Wilfrid-Laurier Avenue, level 0 418-649-6157 1-855-649-6157 www.theplainsofabraham.ca Year-round: exhibition on artefacts, My Mobile Plains app and tablet rental. Summer: guided bus tour, exhibition on objects from the New France colony. Winter: guided old-time snowshoe tour, cross-country ski and snowshoe trails and rental. New (from April): Battles 1759-1760, a new multimedia immersive exhibition about the siege of Québec and the battles of the Plains of Abraham. Plunge right into the heart of the Seven Years War. [ Ad p. 4 ] Cross of Sacrifice This monument was erected near the entrance to the Plains of Abraham in memory of soldiers who died during the First World War. A commemorative ceremony is held every year on November 11, the anniversary of Armistice Day. Monument to François-Xavier-Garneau Statue of the country s first French-Canadian historian, François-Xavier Garneau, which was completed in 1912 by Paul Chevré. Garneau wrote his major work, History of Canada, from 1845 to 1848. Photo credits: Guy Lessard www.quebecregion.com 43