Moulin des Jésuites de Charlesbourg
About This Museum
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Charlesbourg, the Moulin des Jésuites feels like stepping directly into New France. This isn't just a relic; it's a living, breathing piece of history where the massive wooden water wheel still seems to echo with the industry of 1740. On a summer day, the air is thick with the scent of old timber and the buzzing bees from its surrounding heritage gardens. It’s a remarkably peaceful spot that manages to feel both educational and deeply serene.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is undoubtedly the mill's fully restored mechanism—a fascinating tangle of wooden gears and shafts driven by water power. You can also see the original millstones, worn smooth by centuries of grinding grain, and exhibits detailing the daily life of the Jesuit fathers who once operated this crucial community hub.
Visitor Information
You can wander through the mill on a guided tour to see how everything worked, and then just lose yourself for a while in the pretty gardens outside. It’s the kind of place perfect for a slow, unhurried afternoon.
Architecture & Building
It's a classic example of 18th-century Quebecois rural architecture—a sturdy, two-story stone structure with a steeply pitched roof, built for function but possessing a simple, timeless charm.
Contact & Location
Address: Boulevard Henri-Bourassa, Des Jésuites, Charlesbourg, Québec, Agglomération de Québec, Capitale-Nationale, Québec, G1H 3G3, Canada
Phone: +1 418-624-7720
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