MONTREAL – August marks Archaeology Month in Quebec, Global’s Morning News has featured guests all month to talk about the different events that have been going on.
On May 17, 1642, Father Vimont held a mass celebrating the founding of Montréal, attended by Sieur de Maisonneuve, Jeanne Mance and their companions.
On May 17, 1992, on the very same site, Pointe-à-Callière, the Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History, opened its doors.
Located in Old Montreal, on the banks of the St.Lawrence river, the museum hosts more than 400,000 visitors a year.
It is filled with interesting and interactive exhibits, that are both educational and fun.
You can learn about everything history, from the founding of our city and province to an exhibition on The Beatles.
Joining the Morning News, two experts in authentic 18th century costumes share their knowledge on the public market that will be taking place outside the museum, in Place Royale.
Catherine Roberge, dressed as a midwife, and Phillipe Boulanger, dressed as a “coureur de bois” both work at the museum, and will be part of the acting team walking the streets and answering questions.
The event will feature some music, some 18th century food, some people, and even a donkey!
More information on the event can be found here: http://pacmusee.qc.ca/en/calendar-of-activities/cultural-activities/18th-century-public-market
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