Maison Gomin, Prison and heritage site in Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge, Canada.
Description
Maison Gomin is a recognized heritage site and former women's detention center in eastern Quebec City with distinctive tower architecture. The four-story stone structure features an octagonal watchtower, copper roofing, and connected wings linked by a gallery on René-Lévesque Boulevard West.
History
The building was completed in 1931 and served as Quebec's first women-only detention center until 1992. Originally named Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci Refuge, it was renamed Maison Gomin in 1968.
Culture
The Sisters of the Good Shepherd left a lasting mark on how people understand rehabilitation and care for vulnerable populations in this region. Their work shaped local values around education and second chances for those in difficulty.
Practical
The grounds feature a central tree-lined driveway that separates the building from surrounding streets and helps visitors get oriented. Two parks on the property offer space to explore and rest while taking in the setting.
Did you know?
Architect Raoul Chenevert deliberately designed this prison in a castle style, blending elements from Loire Valley chateaux with Scottish manors. This unusual fusion of European architectural styles in a Canadian detention facility makes the building architecturally distinctive.
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