Lotbinière Garden
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Parties / Large Groups
School and other groups have the possibility to take several minutes during their visit to sample delicious snacks or to choose between tasteful menus which are offered at the café-terrace. We also offer a catering service and specific menus for larger groups.
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Open House
When you enter the Pointe-Platon house, the woodworkings recreate the feelings of the 1920s. In the dining room, the exhibition Le couple Chartier de Lotbinière-Joly, premier villégiateur à la Pointe Platon (The Chartier de Lotbinière-Joly couple, first summer residents of Pointe-Platon) will acquaint you with the exceptional story of a family, closely associated with the destiny of this country since 1672. In the hall, in the library and in the office, the exhibition Henri-Gustave Joly de Lotbinière, premier ministre du Québec et père de l’arboriculture au pays (Henri-Gustave Joly de Lotbinière, prime minister of Québec and father of the arboriculture of the country) introduces Sir Henri-Gustave, politician of multiple talents and passions which have marked the history of the region, of the province and of the country. The exhibition Le grand salon : le cœur de la vie culturelle du Domaine (The drawing-room, heart of the cultural life of the manor) brings to life a room where members of the family and their guests met. Visitors will find decorations, paintings and furniture of that era reminiscent of life and times of the early 1920s. The Pointe-Platon house will present three new exhibitions this season. The first, named La passion des fils en héritage (The passion of bygone threads) will show lace and embroidery by the best artisans of Europe and Québec. This year, visitors will have the chance to discover amongst other things, magnificent dresses of the times, emphasizing the charms of femininity. The second, titled Une envolée vers la lumière (A flight towards light) shows magnificent paintings by the artist Marcel Lefebvre, which bring to mind the natural freedom of the snow geese and the countryside of our region. The third, Le souffle créateur d’un artiste: Parcours de Marcel Lefebvre (The creative breath of an artist, the career of Marcel Lefebvre) offers a retrospective of the imposing career of this multi-disciplinary artist, showing both the early enthusiasm and the later the mastery of his art.
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Parking
We have a big parking lot which can accommodate near to 100 cars at any time.
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Disabled Access
Our site has been classified “partly accessible for persons of reduced mobility” by the Kéroul organization.
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Shopping
We have a charming boutique which contains a good choice of regional products as well as an original collection of jewelry and other items in black walnut. We also have a non-profit kiosk selling plants of several varieties.
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Restaurant
At the café-terrace Le Noyer Noir, visitors may dine on different sorts of paninis, salads, soups, beverages, desserts, etc. Visitors may also relax on the large outside terrace while contemplating the gardens and St-Lawrence River. For groups of 15 or more, the Domaine can offer a regional menu to satisfy the most knowledgeable gourmet.
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Light Refreshments
At any time of day, it is possible for visitors to stop by the café for a snack such as biscuits, buns, muffins, tea, tisane, coffee, etc.
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Picnic Area
Our natural site is well-known for its remarkable picnic places. Should they be on the beach, in the gardens, on the grass, under century-old trees or on the tables around the site, visitors will find exceptional places for a family picnic, or with friends.
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Pets
Visitors may bring their pets but they must be kept on leash of 1 meter or less. The owner must pick up any fecal matter and dispose of it in the designated bins.
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Alcohol license
Yes, one can buy wine, beer and other alcoholic beverages at the café-terrace.
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Special Events
Every year, the Domaine offers a rich program of educational and cultural events for all ages. In its 25th anniversary celebration, the summer season for 2008 has as its theme Une histoire de passion depuis 25 ans déjà (A story of passion for over 25 years) encompassing many new features of a fascinating variety. 14th Symposium of painting and sculpture August 1st, 2nd and 3rd (10 AM to 5 PM) Come meet our talented artists in an enchanting setting on the occasion of the 14th edition of the symposium of painting and sculpture. Under the honorary president Mr. Marcel Lefebvre, a renowned multidisciplinary artist, this unique cultural event, which has acquired much acclaim over the years will be held under the inspiring theme “Je t’ai rêvé un jardin” (“I dream of a garden for you”). Come celebrate, through art, the beauties of the Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière. Bats and company Friday July 11th, from 1 PM to 10:30 PM Saturday July 12th , from noon to 10 PM Sunday July 13th, from 1 PM to 4 PM Come discover these mysterious night mammals, which live in a colony at the Domaine and you will have a unique, enriching experience. Attend the captivating conference of Mr. Michel Delorme, Ph D., scientific advisor to the Montreal Biodome. Afterwards, watch the bats leave their sleeping quarters to go to their hunting-grounds over the ponds of the Domaine. An unusual family activity not to be missed ! The day “Lace and Embroidery” Sunday August 24th, from 1 PM to 5 PM For the 10th consecutive year, the activity “L’art de la dentelle et de la broderie” (“The art of lace and embroidery”) is back at the Domaine. Forty artisans from all over Québec will be in place for you to discover these ancient crafts, still around and appreciated today by the most famous couturiers. Welcome to all fervent admirers of needlework. Concerts champêtres (outdoor concerts) Every Sunday at 11 AM With the goal of giving back to the Manor its airs of past music and in order to discover these passionate artists, the Domaine presents each summer “Les concerts champêtres” in the apartments of Madame de Lotbinière. During these classic concerts, traverse flute, violin and other classical instruments combine to offer you melody and enchantment. Let yourselves be transformed by our rich program and enjoy a musical experience far from the busy everyday life. 25th anniversary conferences Every Saturday at 10 AM You are curious and wish to deepen your knowledge of the riches of the Domaine ? Then you will appreciate this series of new thematic conferences held Saturdays at 10 AM. Taking at times, the form of animation, of a guided tour, these conferences given by enthusiastic individuals, will provide great surprises. Come live an unforgettable cultural experience and permit our commentators to share with you their passion for this exceptional site.
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Walks
The Domaine Joly-De-Lotbinière is proud to present six expositions under the theme Le Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière, la mémoire des grands arbres (Memories of the great trees). Passing by, you will understand the spirit which has animated the Domaine and which continues to its growth. These expositions will also allow you to get to know the ancestral Joly de Lotbinière family and their national contribution to woodland, horticulture and photography. Thanks to the financial aid of the Ministry of Culture and Communication of Québec, this will expose you to an exemplary past.
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Accomodation on Premisies
No, this not possible, however, there are many rooms available in close proximity in the Lotbinière region.
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Family/Baby changing facilities
Yes, mothers may change their babies in the washroom facilities.
