Musée minéralogique de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue

The musée minéralogique de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue is a museum in Malartic dedicated to mineral specimens from the region. The exhibits display rock types and minerals found in the local landscape, organized to help visitors understand the geological variety.

The museum was founded in 1972 to document the mining heritage of Abitibi-Témiscamingue. It preserves records of the industry that drove economic growth in the area.

The museum displays mineral specimens that shaped the region's identity and way of life. These collections help visitors understand the geological foundation that influenced how people here developed their communities.

The museum is open year-round with exhibits visitors can explore at their own pace. It is located centrally in Malartic and easy to access.

The museum focuses specifically on minerals extracted from this area, showing direct connections to the mining operations that shaped the town. This local focus sets it apart from larger natural history museums elsewhere.

Location: Malartic

Inception: 1972

Address: 650 rue de la Paix, Malartic, Québec, Canada

Website: http://museemalartic.qc.ca

GPS coordinates: 48.13321,-78.12282

Latest update: December 20, 2025 19:40