Group visits
Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site
Follow the guide to a historic confrontation
Accompanied by an employee in period costume, school-age groups, organised trips and visitors will be told the story of the Battle of the Restigouche as they tour the site. They will discover the journey and fate of the five merchant ships and their escort, the frigate Le Machault, sent by France in a last-ditch effort to support its colony after the surrender of Quebec in 1759.
As well as the remains of the Machault, an imposing 26-gun sailing ship, they will see a host of artefacts, many of which were collected during underwater archaeological digs in the Restigouche River. It's an original and educational way to relive the very last naval conflict between France and Great Britain for possession of North American territory.
Tour groups and visitors' groups
Explosive subjects are tackled, even with a laugh!
Description of the activity
This animated tour accompanied by a employee in period costume is offered to two types of group: those of 20 people or less and those of more than 20 people. Rates per person vary.
Tour groups (more than 20 persons)
This activity is available from June to mid-October, between 9 am and 5 pm, for groups of more than 20 people. Reservation required.
Tarification
$5.75 per person
Groups of visitors and families (20 people or less)
This activity is available from July 1 to August 31, for groups of 20 people or less. Come along on your own, as a couple, with friends or family to join a group at the reception desk.
Reservation not required but recommended.
There are two guided tours each day, one starting at 10:30 am and the other at 2 pm.
Tarification
$ 11 per person
Admission is free for young people aged 17 and under. Only guided tour rates apply.
Duration
Approximately 60 minutes
Information and reservation
Email: cindy.larouche@pc.gc.ca
Phone: 418-788-5676
Activity sequence
Welcome (10 min)
Historical background, history of the Battle of the Restigouche
Exhibit room (25 min)
Introduction to the Seven Years' War, the deportation of the Acadians in 1755, presentation of the nations involved, the fleet of ships of the relief expedition, description of the sea voyage, living conditions on board, armaments and other objects carried on board the ship.
Cannon room (15 min)
A complete demonstration of how a cannon was loaded in 1760, an introduction to the Mi'gmaq way of life and a presentation of the Machault underwater archaeological digs.
Peoples' Corridor (5 min)
Introduction to the deportation of the Acadians and their role during the Battle of the Restigouche.
Outdoor gallery (5 min)
Geographical position of the shipwrecks in the river and particularities of the watercourse (depth, tides, channels, etc.)
School group and day camp
Come and join the crew!
Description of the activity
This animated tour, accompanied by a employee in period costume, is designed for young audiences. Lasting around 60 minutes, it is offered to primary and secondary school pupils and day camp children from June to October, between 9 am and 5 pm. This activity covers concepts specific to the Social Universe discipline in the Quebec school curriculum.
Reservation required
When a group has more than 30 people, it is separated into two smaller groups to offer a better visitor experience.
Information and reservation
Email: cindy.larouche@pc.gc.ca
Phone: 418-788-5676
Tarification for the guided tour
Fee: $ 5.75 per student
Admission is free for young people aged 17 and under. Only guided tour rates apply.
For an overview of the themes covered, visit the exhibition website.
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