Parc Maritime de St-Laurent

Québec


This cozy little museum is an introduction to both the maritime heritage of the region and the rhythms of daily life on an estuarine island. Model ships, knot-tying workshops, kayak lessons and enthusiastic guided tours are all part of the package.


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