30-Chambly Canal National Historic Site of Canada
On Fryer Island, on the bicycle and walking path, 100 m north of bridge No 9.
Information: 450-447-4830 or 1-888-773-8888
www.pc.gc.ca/canalchambly

Presentation: A place of national historical significance, protected and presented by Parks Canada, this is the site of the first Fort Sainte-Thérèse, a rectangular stronghold built with stakes in 1665. Rebuilt in 1747, it was destroyed by fire in 1760. In 2008, archaeologists identified the remains of the early fort, which will be the object of a dig in August 2009 to gather more information.

Activity 1: Two sieges
Date: Saturday, August 8, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Activity length: Continuous
Admission fee: Free

Description: An archaeologist will present artifacts that bear witness to the sieges of 1760 and 1775 in the Richelieu Valley. Using interpretation tools, he will explain what happened in these two major battles.

Target clientele: General

Activity 2: Archaeological excavations at Fort Sainte-Thérèse.

Dates: August 3 to 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Activity length: Continuous
Admission fee: Free

Description: Archaeological excavations will be carried out at Fort Sainte-Thérèse throughout most of the month of August. On weekdays, visitors will have the opportunity to watch the archaeological team at work. On weekends, interpretive guides will be on hand to answer questions from the public.

Target clientele: General

Activity 3: Conquering the Richelieu!

Date: Saturday, August 15, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Activity length: Continuous
Admission fee: Free

Description: Alongside the bicycle and walking trail, an archaeologist will present artifacts that bear witness to the sieges of 1760 and 1775 in the Richelieu Valley. With the aid of interpretation tools, the archaeologist will explain how these important battles unfolded.

Target clientele: General