18th-Century Public Market, Aug. 29, 30, 2009
August 18, 2009 by MarijkeD
Filed under Family Fun, Festivals
What:
Over the course of a weekend, take a trip back in time to find yourself in the company of farmers, craftspeople, and entertainers as they existed in 1750, at the time of Montréal’s very first public marketplace. A not-to-be-missed event in Old Montréal, Pointe-à-Callière’s 18th Century Public Market is a unique experience, a festive marketplace that retains its agricultural role while offering an array of historical activities and presentations in an atmosphere unique to New France.
Event – in costume – re-enactments, food tasting, music, play area for the kids and more.
Where: 350 Place Royale, Corner of de la Commune, Old Montréal
(514) 872-9150 info @ pacmusee.qc.ca
By metro: Place-d’Armes station
By car: pay parking in the Old Port.
See: www.quaisduvieuxport.com
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: FREE
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