33-Fort Chambly National Historic Site of Canada
2 Rue De Richelieu
Chambly, Quebec
Information: 450-658-1585 or 1-888-773-8888
www.pc.gc.ca/fortchambly

Presentation: A place of national historic significance, protected and presented by Parks Canada, Fort Chambly is located at the foot of the rapids of the Richelieu River. The site revives the golden age of New France, between 1665 and 1760.

Activity 1: Small finds lead to big discoveries

Date: Sunday, August 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Activity length: 45 minutes
Admission fee: Included in general admission fee

Description: Parks Canada collections manager Diane Lebrun invites the public to take a trip back in time, courtesy of numerous artifacts recovered from archaeological excavations. Fort Chambly and its inhabitants will reveal their secrets.

Target clientele: General

Activity 2: A soldier’s ration

Dates: August 1, 15 and 29, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Activity length: Continuous
Admission fee: Included in general admission fee

Description: Using samples of animal bones found during archaeological digs, a guide in period costume invites you to discover what was on the menu for French soldiers garrisoned in Canada.

Target clientele: General