Museums and galleries in Quebec City

Quebec City’s cultural landscape spans centuries of North American history and artistic evolution. The Musée de la civilisation explores human society through interactive exhibits, while the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) showcases over 40,000 works within the historic Plains of Abraham. Maritime heritage is preserved at the Musée Naval de Québec, and the city’s historic district is home to numerous private galleries featuring contemporary and traditional Quebecois art. From 17th-century historic sites like Cartier-Brébeuf to modern architectural landmarks, these institutions document the city's French colonial roots and vibrant creative present.

Quebec City Museums and Galleries — Map

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Musée de la Civilisation de Québec

The Musée de la civilisation, often directly translated in English-language media outside Quebec as the Museum of Civilization, is a museum…

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Musee national des beaux-arts du Quebec

The Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, abbreviated as MNBAQ, is an art museum in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.

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Musée Naval de Québec

Those who are interested in naval history may be interested in this museum. It shows how the maritime affected people during the time.

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Musée des plaines d'Abraham

This museum details the 1759 and 1760 battles between the French and British empires on the Plains of Abraham. It features the immersive "Battles" screening and exhibitions on military history and archaeological finds from the park.

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Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde

A modern glass-fronted pavilion of the MNBAQ opened in 2016. It houses the museum’s contemporary art collection, decorative arts, and design, featuring a striking cantilevered staircase and views of the surrounding park.

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Pavillon Charles-Baillairgé

A former 19th-century prison converted into an art gallery. It retains original cell blocks and architectural details while housing the MNBAQ’s collection of modern art and temporary exhibitions.

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Galerie Bédard

Located in Old Quebec, this gallery showcases the oil paintings of Luc Bédard, known for his vibrant interpretations of local landscapes and urban scenes.

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Galerie d'Art Internationale

Located on Rue Saint-Pierre, this gallery represents established Canadian and international artists, featuring a diverse collection of abstract and figurative paintings and sculptures.

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Galerie Roberge

Situated in the Petit-Champlain district, this gallery features traditional and contemporary Canadian art, focusing on regional painters and sculptors.

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Galerie Alain Lacaze

This gallery displays the impressionist-style oil paintings of Alain Lacaze, featuring landscapes and street scenes of Quebec and Europe.

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Galerie Gisèle Bouliane

This gallery showcases the contemporary works of artist Gisèle Bouliane, focusing on abstract and figurative paintings characterized by heavy texture and bold color palettes.

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Galerie Perreault

Located in the Old Port district, this gallery specializes in works by Canadian masters and contemporary artists, with a focus on oil paintings and bronze sculptures.

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Galerie Beauchamp

Part of a prominent gallery network in Old Quebec, this space represents a wide variety of contemporary Canadian artists across multiple media.

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Galerie La Croix

An art gallery in the historic Lower Town featuring contemporary paintings and sculptures by regional artists.

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Centre d'arts La Chapelle

A multidisciplinary art center that hosts intimate concerts, theater performances, and rotating visual art exhibitions in a converted chapel setting.

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Galerie des arts visuels

The exhibition space for Université Laval’s School of Art, showcasing contemporary and experimental works by students, faculty, and visiting artists.

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Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site

This site commemorates Jacques Cartier’s 1535 wintering and the 1625 Jesuit mission. It features interpretation of early French-Indigenous interactions and the history of the Saint-Charles River.

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Discovery Pavilion

This museum is famous mainly for its permanent exhibition called Odyssey that is focused on military history of Quebec.

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Grand Hall

The expansive entrance hall of the Pierre Lassonde Pavilion, featuring massive glass walls, public art, and architectural connections between the city and Battlefields Park.

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Musee National des Beaux-Arts

Quebec's premier art institution, housing over 40,000 works from the 16th century to today. The complex includes four pavilions situated within the historic Battlefields Park.

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