Canadiana Village, Open-air museum in Rawdon, Canada
Canadiana Village is an open-air museum in Rawdon that displays more than 40 historical buildings from the 19th century, including a church, general store, mill, and homes spread across the grounds. The structures were relocated from various locations throughout Quebec to preserve them from demolition.
The museum was founded in 1946 when Earle Moore began moving at-risk buildings to a single site to save them from demolition. Over time, it grew into a preservation project that rescued numerous structures from across Quebec.
The furnishings and objects on display reflect how Quebec settlers lived and worked through the 19th century. You can see tools, household items, and equipment that reveal the daily routines of families in this region.
The site is walkable and lets you explore buildings both from the outside and inside some of them. Plan your visit around the special events held throughout the year, when visitors can watch traditional crafts and cooking being demonstrated.
A covered bridge built in 1888 stands on the grounds as one of the oldest structures on display. The site also includes a relocated cemetery with headstones from St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, adding an unexpected dimension to the historical landscape.
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