PARLIAMENT HILL a Capital

W ALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL

A Capital VISIT BY DAY OR

BY NIGHT,

DISCOVER THE

WALKING TOUR OF

PARLIAMENT HILL. 22

BOULEVARD RENÉ-LÉVESQUE R 21 14 9 RUE BON-PASTEUR 23 19 13 11 10 15 12 8 20 7 6 Parc de l'Am érique-

Française AVENUE HONORÉ-MERCIE AVENUE

RUE BERTHELOT 17 35 Place de ée-Nationale RUE SAINT-AMABLE 16 l’Assembl 36 5

RUE DES PARLEMENTAIRES ANÇAISE

RUE LOUIS-ALEXANDRE-TASCHEREAU 2 18 ÈRE

Parc de la 1 PORTE RIQUE-FR 3

Francophonie 37 4 SAINT-LOUIS ’ARTIGNY 38 34

RUE DE CLAIRE-FONTAINE

30 D RUE ÉE Start 24 RUE DE L’AMÉ GRANDE ALL RUE DE LA CHEVROTI

31 AVENUE TURNBULL AVENUE 29 32

É 25

RUE GEORGE-V EST GEORGE-V RUE 26 OUEST GEORGE-V RUE 28 AURIER

AVENUE WILFRID-L AVENUE TACH AVENUE COURS GÉNÉRAL-DE MONTCALM GÉNÉRAL-DE COURS 33

27 N

AVENUE GEORGE-VI

A Century OF POLITICAL HISTORY

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL Approximate Duration: 90 minutes

LEGEND

CIRCUIT 1 TOUR REFERENCE POINTS Cover Photo HIGHLIGHTS Parliament Building, Pierre Joosten, CCNQ, 2002 Flap Photo Parliament Building, Eugen Kedl, CCNQ, 2000 LIST OF THE SITES Locate the site on the map and refere to the given page for its description.

No. SITE TO VISIT PAGE 1 François-Xavier-Garneau monument 5 2 Honoré-Mercier monument 5 3 Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine monument 5 4 Louis-Joseph-Papineau monument 5 5 Parliament Building 6 6 Jean-Lesage monument 7 7 Pamphile-Le May Building 8 8 Inuksuk 8 9 Promenade des Premiers-Ministres 8 10 René-Lévesque monument 9 11 Honoré-Mercier Building 9 12 Jean-Antoine-Panet Building 9 13 Marie-Guyart Building 9 14 Sculpture 1 + 1 = 1 9 15 Observatoire de la Capitale 9 16 Daniel-Johnson monument 11 17 Chapelle historique Bon-Pasteur 11 18 Lomer-Gouin Building 12 19 Parc de l’Amérique-Française 12 20 Marie-Fitzbach Building 12 21 Hector-Fabre Building 12 22 Promenade des Acadiens 13 23 Grand Théâtre de Québec and Conservatoire de musique 13 24 Couvent des Franciscaines de Marie 14 25 Residence of Louis-Alexandre Taschereau 14 26 Martello Tower no. 2 14 27 Joan of Arc Garden 15 28 Charles-de-Gaulle monument 15 29 Montcalm monument 16 30 Saint-Cœur-de-Marie Church 16 31 Grande Allée 16 32 Club Renaissance 17 33 The Armoury 17 34 Parc de la Francophonie 18 35 André-Laurendeau Building 18 36 Commemorative plaque of the 125th anniversary of the Tribune de la presse 18 37 Adélard-Godbout monument 18 38 Maurice-Duplessis monument 18 After leaving VIEUX-QUÉBEC through the St. Louis Gate...

St. Louis Gate and François-Xavier-Garneau monument Pierre Joosten, CCNQ, 2001 ...you enter the PARLIAMENT HILL area

HAVE A NICE VISIT

1 FRANÇOIS-XAVIER-GARNEAU MONUMENT To your right, you will see the François-Xavier-Garneau monument. This work by Paul Chevré was created in 1912. Garneau was regarded as the national historian of French Canada. From 1845 to 1848, he wrote the first history of Canada (Histoire du Canada). Next, cross Avenue Honoré-Mercier and proceed toward the Parliament Building.

2 HONORÉ-MERCIER MONUMENT On the Place de l’Assemblée-Nationale, look to the left of the main walkway. The Honoré-Mercier monument is another work by Paul Chevré, also created in 1912. Prime Minister of Québec from 1887 to 1891, Honoré Mercier was a fervent advocate of Québec autonomy within Confederation.

3 LOUIS-HIPPOLYTE-LA FONTAINE MONUMENT Standing back from Honoré Mercier monument, you will see the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine monument. Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine was a reformist. He was – with Robert Baldwin – chief of the first responsible government of the Province of Canada from 1848 to 1851.

4 LOUIS-JOSEPH-PAPINEAU MONUMENT On your left again stands Louis-Joseph-Papineau monument. Great democrat, this chief of Parti canadien then of Parti patriote was Speaker of the House of Assembly of Lower Canada for more than 20 years, from 1815 to 1823 and from 1825 to 1838.

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 5 National Assembly Chamber National Assembly Collection

5 PARLIAMENT BUILDING The Parliament Building houses the National Assembly, where the 125 parliamentarians of Québec, the MNAs, sit. It was built between 1877 and 1886, according to plans by engineer and architect Eugène-Étienne Taché. In the Second Empire style, the Parliament Building is an impressive structure: its four wings form a square of about 100 metres on each side. On the main facade of the building, there are 22 bronze statues. The work of various artists, these statues pay tribute to the women and men who left their mark on the history of Québec: political figures, explorers, founders, soldiers, missionaries, administrators. Begun in 1875, this set of monuments was completed in 1969 with the installation of the bronze of Maisonneuve. Architect Taché had planned out the complete program for the statues. However, beginning in 1913, various governments added figures not planned by the architect. The impressive fountain by the main entrance pays tribute to the first occupants of the Americas, the Amerindians. The sculptures adorning the fountain, The Amerindian Family (1889) and Fisherman with a Spear (1891), are by Louis-Philippe Hébert. Above the main entrance can be seen Québec’s coat of arms and its motto: Je me souviens (I remember). Architect Taché included this decorative element because it captured well the historical spirit that he wished to give to the building. The motto became official in 1939, when the Québec government adopted its new coat of arms. If you look upwards, you will be able to see the Fleurdelisé flying on top of the tower: it has been the flag of Québec since 1948. It is also possible to visit the interior of the Parliament Building. In it you will discover eloquent architecture and interior décor, which tell the history of Québec. Guides will welcome you. Guided tours of the National Assembly are

6 provided in French, English and Spanish. You may visit the National Assembly Chamber, where the parliamentary debates are held, and admire the magnificent works of art and ornamentation. You will also have access to the Legislative Council Chamber and the Presidents’ Gallery. The restaurant at the National Assembly is also a place to discover. Le Parlementaire is remarkable for its Beaux-Arts style décor and its renowned cuisine. The visitors’ entrance is at the corner of Avenue Honoré-Mercier and Grande Allée Est, door no. 3, near the Louis-Joseph- Papineau monument.

5 INFORMATION: National Assembly Protocol and Visitor Services Directorate André-Laurendeau Building 1050, rue des Parlementaires Québec (Québec) G1A 1A3

Telephone: (418) 643-7239 Fax: (418) 641-2638 Le Parlementaire restaurant Internet site: www.assnat.qc.ca National Assembly Collection Photo: Marc Lajoie

6 JEAN-LESAGE MONUMENT Follow the path that starts on the right side of the fountain. At the end stands the Jean-Lesage monument, a work by Annick Bourgeau, created in 2000. Jean Lesage was Prime Minister of Québec from 1960 to 1966; he is considered to be the father of the Quiet Revolution.

Jean-Lesage monument Pierre Joosten, CCNQ, 2002

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 7 7 PAMPHILE-LE MAY BUILDING To your left, connected to the Parliament Building by a footbridge, you will find the Pamphile-Le May Building, which was constructed between 1910 and 1916. This building houses the Library of the National Assembly. Indeed, it is named after the first librarian appointed to the library after the Confederation.

8 INUKSUK Right to the Jean-Lesage monument, on a lower level, you will see the Inuksuk. This pile of stones “in the image of man” was erected in october 2002 to mark the friendship between Québec and Inuit nations. It is made of stones from the four corners of Nunavik.

Interpretative panel on the promenade des Premiers-Ministres Commission de la capitale nationale du Québec

9 PROMENADE DES PREMIERS-MINISTRES Now, follow the Promenade des Premiers-Ministres. Stretching from Avenue Honoré-Mercier to Rue De La Chevrotière, this promenade overlooks Boulevard René-Lévesque. A series of interpretative panels summarize the political careers of the prime ministers who have led Québec since Confederation in 1867.

8 10 RENÉ-LÉVESQUE MONUMENT Indeed, to your left, you will see the René-Lévesque monument, a work by Fabien Pagé, created in 2001. René Lévesque, who died in 1987, was Prime Minister of Québec from 1976 to 1985. It is under his administration that were adopted the Charte de la langue française and the Act to govern the financing of political parties.

11 HONORÉ-MERCIER BUILDING Built between 1922 and 1924, in the Beaux-Arts style, the Honoré-Mercier Building is the first building you will come to along the promenade. It houses the Conseil exécutif, the Cabinet Room and the Office of the Prime Minister. The set of buildings formed by the Parliament Building and the Pamphile-Le May and Honoré-Mercier buildings has been designated as a national historical site, because of its historic and symbolic value.

12 JEAN-ANTOINE-PANET BUILDING A little further on, again on your left, the Jean-Antoine-Panet Building is also in the Beaux-Arts style. It was built between 1931 and 1932.

13 MARIE-GUYART BUILDING Continue along the Promenade des Premiers-Ministres, passing by the Marie-Guyart Building, which was built between 1967 and 1972. It was named in honour of Marie Guyart, whose religious name was Marie de l’Incarnation. In 1639, she founded the Ursuline monastery and the first girls’ school in North America. The building that bears her name houses the Ministère de l’Éducation,among other occupants.

14 SCULPTURE 1 + 1 = 1 Near the entrance to this building, you may admire the sculpture 1 + 1 = 1,a work by Charles Daudelin, created in 1996. Turn left on Rue De La Chevrotière.

15 OBSERVATOIRE DE LA CAPITALE Located inside the Marie-Guyart Building, at a height of 221 metres, discover a breathtaking view of Québec City and the region. Visit this panoramic lookout, the Observatoire de la Capitale, right on Parliament Hill. Amid changing colours, admire the charms of the old city, the majestic St. Lawrence River

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 9 Quelle vue! L À ’OBSERVATOIRE DELACAPITALE 221 MÈTRESD’ALTITUDE Observatoire delaCapitale 1 www.observatoirecapitale.org 4 9841 644 3,RUEDELACHEVROTIÈRE 037, 1s LO,QUÉBECCITY FLOOR, st 31 Information: • 18 8474322 497 88 725 FEETABOVESEALEVEL What aview! What

PHOTOS: PIERRE SOULARD with its winter ice cover, and a region where history meets the modern world. Using the binoculars and interpretation panels, come and take in Québec City: a city that is a national capital, aWorld Heritage city and an international tourist destination, all at the same time. This lookout is a must-see feature for couples, families or among friends. Guided visits in French, English and Spanish are provided for groups, upon reservation.

15 INFORMATION: Observatoire de la Capitale 1037, rue De La Chevrotière, Québec (Québec) G1R 5E9

Telephone: (418) 644-9841 or 1-888-497-4322 Fax: (418) 644-2879 Internet site: www.observatoirecapitale.org

16 DANIEL-JOHNSON MONUMENT Located on the ground floor of the Marie-Guyart Building, the Daniel-Johnson monument is a work by sculptor Paul Lancz. The monument is at the entrance to the Daniel-Johnson amphitheatre, named after the Prime Minister of Québec from 1966 to 1968.

17 CHAPELLE HISTORIQUE BON-PASTEUR Classified as a historic monument in 1975, the Chapelle historique Bon-Pasteur was inaugurated in 1868; it was designed by architect Charles Baillairgé. However, the current facade was designed in 1909 by architect François-Xavier Berlinguet. Inside may be seen sculptures by Noël Levasseur, sculpted in 1730 and by Florent Baillairgé, sculpted in 1800. There is also a painting entitled Assomption, painted in 1868 by artist Antoine Plamondon. Guided tours are available on request. Several concert series are presented in the Chapel. Also, every Sunday throughout the year, one may attend an artists’ Mass at 11:00 a.m., with a musical prelude at 10:45.

17 INFORMATION: FideArt 1080, rue De La Chevrotière, Room 101 Québec (Québec) G1R 3J4

Telephone: (418) 641-1069 Internet site: www.megaquebec.net/fideart/

A voluntary contribution is appreciated.

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 11 18 LOMER-GOUIN BUILDING Continue along Rue De La Chevrotière and turn right on Rue Saint-Amable. At 575, Rue Saint-Amable, on your left, stands the Lomer-Gouin Building. It was thus named after Lomer Gouin, Prime Minister from 1905 to 1920, and Lieutenant Governor of Québec in 1929.

19 PARC DE L’AMÉRIQUE-FRANÇAISE Turn right at Rue de l’Amérique-Française. You will now be walking by the Parc de l’Amérique-Française. This park is dedicated to the francophone communities in North America founded by Quebecers and Acadians. Two interpretation panels present their respective flags and explain their symbols.

20 MARIE-FITZBACH BUILDING On Rue de l’Amérique-Française, the Marie-Fitzbach Building is to your right. It is named in honour of the woman who, in 1850, founded the religious community of the Sœurs du Bon Pasteur in Québec City.

21 HECTOR-FABRE BUILDING A little further down, you will see the Hector-Fabre Building. Here a tribute is paid to this diplomat who greatly contributed to the international outreach of Québec. He was the first Agent General of Québec, and then represented Canada, in Paris, from 1882 to 1910. Cross the street at Boulevard René-Lévesque then turn left.

The Grand Théâtre de Québec Marc-André Grenier, CCNQ, 2003

12 22 PROMENADE DES ACADIENS Your are now walking on the promenade des Acadiens. At the west end of it stands the monument aux Acadiens, erected in honour to the Acadian people for their outstanding contribution to the Québec nation. Turn left on Rue de Claire-Fontaine, cross the Boulevard René-Lévesque again and make your way to the Grand Théâtre de Québec.

The monument aux Acadiens Marc-André Grenier, CCNQ, 2003

23 GRAND THÉÂTRE DE QUÉBEC AND CONSERVATOIRE DE MUSIQUE Inaugurated in 1971, this concert hall was designed by architect and urban planner Victor Prus. For the Grand Théâtre de Québec, the architect designed auditoriums one above the other. He thus made the best use of the available space. In the lobby, you may admire a huge mural produced in 1971 by artist Jordi Bonet. The Louis-Fréchette and Octave-Crémazie rooms are used for classical music concerts, variety shows, plays and dance performances. It is the permanent site of the Orchestre symphonique de Québec, the Opéra de Québec, the Club musical de Québec and the Théâtre du Trident.Guided tours are available for groups. The walkway under the arcades of the Grand Théâtre overlooks the Conservatoire de musique.This part is not open to the public, but it is worth seeing from outside. It is a type of architecture unique in Québec City. The Conservatory occupies two underground floors which surround a sunken courtyard.

23 INFORMATION: Grand Théâtre de Québec 269, boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Québec (Québec) G1R 2B3

Telephone: (418) 643-8131 Internet site: www.grandtheatre.qc.ca

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 13 24 COUVENT DES FRANCISCAINES DE MARIE After having walked around the Grand Théâtre, continue back up Rue de Claire-Fontaine, toward the Grande Allée. Right at the corner of the Grande Allée and Rue de Claire- Fontaine, look to your right, at 388, Grande Allée Est. This is the former Couvent des Franciscaines de Marie, built in 1898 according to plans by architects Berlinguet and Lemay. It has now been transformed into an apartment building.

25 RESIDENCE OF LOUIS-ALEXANDRE TASCHEREAU On the other side of the Grande Allée, at number 425, can be seen the former residence of Louis-Alexandre Taschereau, Prime Minister of Québec from 1920 to 1936. Among other things, he contributed to the building up of Parliament Hill, around the Parliament Building. Now continue along Avenue Taché, named in memory of Sir Étienne-Paschal Taché. Prime Minister under the Union, from 1855 to 1857 and from 1864 to 1865, he was also one of the Fathers of Confederation in 1867.

26 MARTELLO TOWER NO. 2 At the corner of Taché and Wilfrid-Laurier avenues, observe Martello Tower no. 2. This building is an outpost of the city fortifications. It is one of a set of four towers erected between 1808 and 1812, in order to defend the city against a possible American invasion. The mode of construction of the Martello towers echoes a model used in England around 1804, to defend the coasts against the French army of Napoleon. Today, Martello Tower no. 2 receives groups of children, adults and senior citizens. These groups participate in original activities there that are connected with the themes of the tower. In period décor, they may attend a council of war, enlistment, punishment, chores, recreational activities, etc. Not to mention enjoying a soldier’s or officer’s meal.

26 INFORMATION: National Battlefields Commission

Telephone: (418) 648-5371 Internet site: www.ccbn-nbc.gc.ca

Upon reservation for school groups.

14 Now turn left onto Avenue Wilfrid-Laurier. This avenue pays tribute to the first francophone to be Prime Minister of Canada, from 1896 to 1911.

27 JOAN OF ARC GARDEN To your right you will see the Joan of Arc Garden, designed by landscape architect Louis Perron in 1938. Formed of two levels of vegetation, this style of garden is called a “sunken garden” or “jardin en contrebas”. About 200 plant species are presented in the garden, including some one hundred herbaceous perennials. Flowering is spread out from April to October. Also erected in 1938, the equestrian statue of Joan of Arc was offered by New York sculptor Anna Hyat Huntington and her husband. It is a symbol of the patriotism and courage of the combatants of 1759 and 1760, at the time of the war between France and England on Canadian soil. At the end of the garden, turn left on the Cours du Général-De Montcalm, and return toward the Grande Allée.

Joan of Arc Garden Archives – National Battlefields Commission

28 CHARLES-DE-GAULLE MONUMENT The Cours du Général-De Montcalm is occupied by two monuments. The Charles-de-Gaulle monument pays tribute to this former French president from 1959 to 1969. Charles de Gaulle favoured the establishment of relations between France and Québec during the sixties. The sculpture was created in 1997 by Fabien Pagé.

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 15 29 MONTCALM MONUMENT The Montcalm monument represents the French hero of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759. He is seen being supported by the Angel of Renown who is crowning him with laurels, after he had received his mortal wound. Created in 1911, this work is by sculptor Léopold Morice and architect Paul Chabert.

Montcalm monument Marc-André Grenier, CCNQ, 2003 Grande Allée Québec City and Area Tourism and Convention Bureau

30 SAINT-CŒUR-DE-MARIE CHURCH Looking across to the other side of the Grande Allée, to your left you may admire Saint-Cœur-de-Marie Church. In the “Roman-Byzantine” style, this church inaugurated in 1921 was designed by architect Ludger Robitaille. It is now de-sanctified and hosts various cultural events. Now, turn right on the Grande Allée to return toward the St. Louis Gate.

31 GRANDE ALLÉE The name of the Grande Allée dates from the French regime. This street then joined the Amerindian mission in Sillery to Québec City. Today, in addition to residences, this street has many small hotels, restaurants and outdoor cafés. This street has been nicknamed the “Champs-Élysées of Québec City”; in the early 20th century, it was the city’s most prestigious major street. Along it can be found buildings in various architectural styles, a number of which reflect the Victorian spirit of the period.

16 32 CLUB RENAISSANCE The building at 575 Grande Allée Est housed the Club Renaissance, which used to be the private club of the Union nationale,a Québec political party. This building of mediaeval inspiration was built in 1901. In addition, the Parliament Building influenced the look of many houses built in the Second Empire style, such as the buildings from 677 to 695 Grande Allée Est.

33 THE ARMOURY Recognized as an important national architectural building, the Armoury was built in 1885. It was the architect of the Parliament Building, Eugène-Étienne Taché, who drew the plans for it. In front, Place George-V is the site of three monuments. On the grounds, the Voltigeurs de Québec monument pays tribute to this militia regiment created in 1862. It is the oldest French-speaking unit of the Canadian Armed Forces. Opposite the Voltigeurs monument can be seen a monument dedicated to the soldiers of the Royal 22e Régiment who have died in the course of international conflicts and peacekeeping missions. The Royal 22e Régiment is the oldest francophone regiment in the Canadian regular army. It has existed since 1914. Short-Wallick monument is also erected on this site. Inside the Armoury is the Musée des Voltigeurs.

33 INFORMATION: The Armoury 805, avenue Wilfrid-Laurier Est Québec (Québec) G1R 2L3

Telephone: (418) 648-4422

Opening hours of the museum vary.

The Armoury and Jardin du Canada Marc-André Grenier, CCNQ, 2003

WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 17 34 PARC DE LA FRANCOPHONIE Across from the Armoury, cross the Grande Allée and proceed to the Parc de la Francophonie.This park commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Agence de coopération culturelle et technique des pays ayant le français en partage.The roughly 50 participating countries and governments are presented, with their flags, on two interpretation panels. During the summer, various performances and concerts are presented there.

35 ANDRÉ-LAURENDEAU BUILDING On the other side of the park, at the corner of Rue des Parlementaires and Rue Saint-Amable, stands the André- Laurendeau Building named after that politician, journalist and writer who made his mark during the period from 1934 to 1968. This Beaux-Arts style building was constructed between 1934 and 1937.

36 COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE OF THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TRIBUNE DE LA PRESSE Mounted on a pedestal on the grounds of the building, the commemorative plaque of the 125th anniversary of the Tribune de la Presse recalls its creation on November 10, 1871. It is one of the oldest parliamentary press organizations in the world.

37 ADÉLARD-GODBOUT MONUMENT Now proceed up Rue des Parlementaires to the Grande Allée. At the corner of these two streets stands the Adélard-Godbout monument, in recognition of the Prime Minister of Québec in 1936 and from 1939 to 1944. Created by sculptor Michel Binette, this work was inaugurated in the autumn of the year 2000 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the obtaining of the right to vote for women in Québec.

38 MAURICE-DUPLESSIS MONUMENT Continue on your way toward the St. Louis Gate, which was your starting point. To your left you will see the Maurice-Duplessis monument, created by sculptor Émile Brunet in 1960. This work is a tribute to the Prime Minister who was in office the longest of all in the history of Québec: from 1936 to 1939 and from 1944 to 1959.

18 Adélard-Godbout monument Pierre Joosten, CCNQ, 2001

See you again in QUÉBEC CITY! NOTES

20 WALKING TOUR OF PARLIAMENT HILL 21

COMMUNICATION 418 522 4523 COMMUNICATION PIGE