Joseph-Gauvreau House

The Joseph-Gauvreau House is a residence in Rimouski with a cylindrical corner tower, brick exterior, and detailed woodwork showing Queen Anne and eclectic design. The interior has been fully restored and now contains a chocolate factory along with meeting spaces.

Construction took place between 1906 and 1907 as a residence for Doctor Joseph Gauvreau. The structure later housed Jules-André Brillant, founder of Québec-Téléphone, who owned it from 1930 to 1947.

The house reflects how Victorian design spread through Quebec in the early 20th century, visible in its ornamental details and traditional building elements. Walking around it, you can see how European architectural ideas influenced local building practices.

The house sits on rue de l'Évêché Ouest and is easy to spot from the street due to its distinctive round corner tower. Access to the interior may be limited since it currently operates as a chocolate factory and event venue.

The building survived the great Rimouski fire of 1950 and was relocated twice afterward: first in 1951 for a gas station, then back to its original site in 1998. These remarkable relocations preserved the structure for future generations.

Location: Rimouski

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture, eclectic architecture

Address: 1, rue de l'Évêché Ouest

GPS coordinates: 48.44867,-68.52397

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23