Located in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, Grosse-Île was the Port of Québec’s quarantine station from the beginning of the 19th century until 1937. The main port of entry for immigrants, this site provides an opportunity to better understand the importance of its role in the nation’s history.
Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site
June 18, 2022 to October 10, 2022
Location
La Grosse Île, Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues, Quebec, Canada
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47.01998300, -70.67353300
Cimetière des Irlandais © Parcs Canada
Famille en visite à la Grosse Île © Parcs Canada
Vue sur le fleuve St-Laurent © Parcs Canada
La croix celtique © Parcs Canada
Activities
Entertainment
Self-guided tours
Tours : in french
Tours : in english
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Services
Boutique / Sales counter
Panoramic view / lookout
Restaurant and food services
Picnic area
Groups
Group rates
Vehicle and Parking Services
Free outdoor parking
Parking for buses
Accessibility
Not accessible (Kéroul)
Thematics
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