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Église Saint-Jean-Port-Joli

Saint-Jean-Port-Joli • Destination Région L'Islet
Église Saint-Jean-Port-Joli
Église Saint-Jean-Port-Joli
Église Saint-Jean-Port-Joli
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Église Saint-Jean-Port-Joli

Contact details

1, place de l'église
Saint-Jean-Port-Joli Québec, G0R 3G0
List of itineraries

418 598-3023

fab.stjeanportjoli@videotron.ca

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Description

In a few words

The church in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli was built in 1779 and has been classified “National Historic Monument” since 1963. It is a true religious heritage masterpiece! Inside, look closely at the meticulous work that goes into woodcarving. Ornaments crafted, among others, by brothers Médard and Jean-Julien Bourgault, François Baillargé, Pierre-Noël Levasseur and Chrysostome Perreault. You will also notice the seigniorial pew occupied long ago by Saint-Jean-Port-Joli's seigniors. The last seignior, Philippe-Aubert de Gaspé, the famous author of the novel Les anciens Canadiens, was laid to rest under this pew. Moreover, in the summer, it is possible to see a crèche exhibit, most of them made of wood. This theme exhibit presents artwork that for the most part reflects the spirit of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli: wood carving. The key exhibit, the church's crèche, is a collective piece of art inaugurated in 1987 and completed over the years.

Visit duration : 1.00 h

Schedule and prices

Schedule

June 15 to October 1, daily, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Prices

Adults: $4
Groups: $3/person
Students: $2
Free for children 12 years and under.

Articles (3)

Articles

Curious Nature A shopping spree in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli

A perfect way to discover the know-how and culture of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, which abounds with an impressive number of specialty shops, art galleries and artists' studios. You'll find a host of Quebec creators in crafts, painting, jewellery, stained glass, traditional and contemporary sculpture. It is also the ideal place to find original gifts made locally.

How to fully enjoy spring

The dazzling, invigorating and energizing spring sun! The art of gently enjoying this moment of transition from the lull of winter to the bright future of summer is a real joy. So take the time to stop for a getaway in our region with friends, lovers or family to enjoy this season full of light and hope!

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