Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum
A visit to Chateau Ramezay will transport back to the colonial days and times
The Chateau Ramezay was established in 1895 after being bought in 1894 by the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Montreal. It is a museum dedicated to conserving the heritage of Montreal life and development.
The Chateau was built in 1705 for the governor of Montreal, Claude de Ramezay. It has the honor of being the first building declared a historical monument in Quebec. It was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1949. From 1775, the Chateau was home to Canadian Headquarters of the Continental Army when Montreal was seized. It then passed to the role of governor's residence once again. It also has had the honor of being the host of the Université de Montréal's first Faculty of Medicine.
There is a range of both temporary and permanent exhibits to view. The exhibits consist primarily of artefacts donated by private residents of Montreal. The collection is an estimated to have about 30 000 artefacts. In order to find out what is on display in the temporary exhibits, visit the website. One of the permanent exhibits is the multimedia circuit which is available in six languages. The story of the history of the Chateau is told by Claude de Ramezay, Gilles Hocquart and others. The Hochelaga, Ville-Marie and Montreal exhibit is a showcasing of various points in Canada's history from Amerindian prehistory to the 20th century. The third permanent exhibit is a showcasing of life in Montreal in the 18th century.
The gardens are a replica of a French colonial garden. Most of the plants that are used in the gardens are hybrids of the original species cultivated in New France. They are designed to be genetically close to those used in the original gardens.
The museum also offers a range of educational and cultural activities to occupy those who do not wish to simply stroll through its halls.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes - Discounts are available to CAA/AAA members - See the official website for details.Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: 280 Rue Notre Dame E, Montréal, QC H2Y 1E3, Canada
Phone: (514) 861-3708
Official Website: Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum
Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum Reviews
Rated out of 5
Unexpected place to visit. You can visit or not. Bought tickets there. Here you'll learn about Montréal's early history and what the first house of the governor looks like. The garden at the back is free to visit.
Greggy Chua - 2 months ago
The collection is quite rich and interesting, with staff dressed in vintage attire. There’s also a dress-up activity at the end in the basement. The garden, featuring a variety of edible vegetables, is truly impressive.
Crystal Y - 3 months ago
An interesting history of Montréal told through artifacts focusing on the château's own story. The displays cover two floors. although I didn't make it to the last third in the basement. Sadly, some of the detailed bilingual display captions used outdated terms for the First Nations.
Dr Mark C. Sinclair - 2 months ago
Great experience. The historically inclined will find huge interest in the Chateau and the articles displayed.
Jyoti Ghosh - a month ago
An excellent display of the history of Quebec, Montreal and the Chateau itself. There are 15 rooms with different themes, a gift shop surrounding the reception area, and free-to-access gardens in the back. Overall an awesome place to visit, even with kids!
Fatcatter - a year ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 2 - Orange | Champ-de-Mars | 3 Minutes |
How to get to Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum by Metro
By Metro: Take Metro Line 2 to Champ-de-Mars Station and exit via Saint-Antoine Trottoir Sud (South Exit) onto Gosford Street; walk southeast one block to Rue Notre-Dame East and turn right. The entrance to Chateau Ramezay is just ahead on your left.
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The Chateau Ramezay Garden cc licensed photo by Harvey Barrison -
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