Lucien Saulnier Building

The Lucien Saulnier Building is a courthouse located in Old Montreal on Notre-Dame Street East, designed with neoclassical architecture and featuring grand columns. The symmetrical stone facade reflects the solid craftsmanship found throughout its interior, which houses multiple courtrooms for legal proceedings.

The building was completed in 1856 by architects Henri-Maurice Perrault and John Ostell and underwent major expansion a century later. The 1890 renovation enlarged its judicial functions to meet the growing demands of the court system.

The building is named after a significant Quebec politician and serves as a symbol of justice in the region. Visitors can observe classical features that underscore its role as a courthouse.

The building is easy to find since it sits directly on one of Old Montreal's main streets and is accessible by public transit. While it remains an active courthouse, visitors can explore the exterior and sometimes access certain areas of the interior.

During City Hall renovations, the building temporarily housed all political and administrative functions, highlighting its importance to the local government system. This role demonstrated how flexible its structure was in adapting to different needs.

Location: Ville-Marie

Architects: Henri-Maurice Perrault, John Ostell, Maurice Perrault

Part of: Old Montreal

GPS coordinates: 45.50797,-73.55502

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24