Curious Nature Rosalie's favorite for Grosse-Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site
All aboard the Vent des Îles with Captain Lachance!
Rosalie Meunier• August 20, 2019
Museum and Interpretation center
Lieu historique national de la Grosse-Île-et-le-Mémorial-des-Irlandais
Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues • Montmagny and the islands
Lieu historique national de la Grosse-Île-et-le-Mémorial-des-Irlandais
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Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues Québec
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Our crushes (3)
Celtic cross and memorial
Take a moment to honour the fallen immigrants.
Interpretive Trail
Discover the island with a guide at every station!
Red room of the Lazaretto
Better understand the treatments for smallpox.
In a few words
Walk in the footsteps of the tens of thousands of immigrants who arrived at the quarantine station between 1832 and 1937 in the hopes of a better future. Once an important gateway into Canada, Grosse Île is an inspiring site located in the heart of the St. Lawrence River.
Dive into the lives of villagers, workers, and immigrants and encounter moving stories and beautiful landscapes. Parks Canada guides are excited to share their passion for this place with you.
The adventure begins in Berthier-sur-Mer (35 minutes from Québec City) where the ferry departs for Grosse Île. Air transportation is also available from Montmagny (45 min. from Québec City).
For Real!
National historic sites allow us to learn more about Canadian history in a variety of settings. There are more than 970 national historic sites; of these 171 are administered by Parks Canada.
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Schedule and prices
Schedule
Mid-May to September 4 2022 - Every day
September 7 to October 9 2022 - Wednesday to Sunday
Prices
Parks Canada admission fees (taxes included)Adult: $18.75
Senior: $16.00
Youth (age 17 and under): Free
Fees apply for transportation to the island. Contact us for details.
Articles (4)
Articles
Curious Nature My super day at Grosse Île. From beliefs to science.
Earlier this summer, I had the opportunity to travel in the the past and visit Grosse-Île and the Irish Memorial before the official beginning of the tourist season. Let me tell you.
Stéphane Bourque• July 17, 2019
Curious Nature Tourist wanted: The insular
Do you like sea breeze? Are you passionate about boats? Are you intrigued about Grosse-île? Do you like to observe beautiful landscapes, sunsets and birds? Would you like to sleep in a tepee?
Catherine Duval• June 2, 2017
Curious Nature Grosse île and the Irish memorial national historic site: a wave of emotions on an extraordinary island!
Come learn about the history of the Irish immigrants that left their homeland in search of a better life. With its original buildings, characters from the period and the guides, you’ll have an unforgettable experience!
Roseline Houle• May 24, 2017
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Lieu historique national de la Grosse-Île-et-le-Mémorial-des-Irlandais
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Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues Québec
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