Maison Saint-Gabriel

Maison Saint-Gabriel is a preserved farmhouse that holds more than 15,000 objects showing rural life from the 1600s through the 1800s. The site includes several buildings and extensive gardens that reflect how agricultural work was done during this period.

The property was established in 1662 when it was given to a religious community that operated it as a working farm. For centuries it remained a center of food production and care for the community in the early colony.

The place shows how people lived and worked in the colonial settlement, with guides in period dress demonstrating daily tasks and crafts. The rooms tell stories of farming, cooking, and family life in a community from several centuries ago.

Visits work best when arranged in advance so you can experience guided tours and activities in the historic rooms. Check the website for current hours and special dining events that serve traditional meals from this time period.

The site contains a garden designed using the farming methods from the early colonial period, showing how crops were grown back then. The museum also runs beekeeping programs where visitors can help support the local bee population.