Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde, Art museum in La Cité-Limoilou, Canada.

The Pierre Lassonde Pavilion extends across three levels with glass walls, connecting art spaces between Quebec City and the Plains of Abraham park.

The construction project began in 2010 with a budget of 103.4 million dollars and officially opened its doors on June 24, 2016.

The building houses extensive collections of Quebec contemporary art and Inuit art, representing significant artistic expressions from these communities.

The pavilion contains exhibition halls, an auditorium, a gift shop, and extensive public spaces spread across 14,900 square meters.

The facade features over 2,000 layered glass panels that change in opacity and texture across different floors of the structure.

Location: La Cité-Limoilou

Inception: 2016

Architects: Provencher_Roy, Office for Metropolitan Architecture

Official opening: June 24, 2016

Architectural style: postmodern architecture

Part of: Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec

GPS coordinates: 46.80087,-71.22536

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:00

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Pavillon Pierre-Lassonde: Art museum in La Cité-Limoilou, Canada » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes