ABENAKI MUSEUM
Museum retracing the history of the Abenaki nation through the reconstruction of the life of the Abenakis in the 18th century.
The Abenaki Museum, located on the banks of the Saint-François River, is a pioneer of Aboriginal museums in Quebec. It presents the history of the Abenaki nation. Through its permanent and temporary exhibitions, you will discover its cultural and spiritual universe. Also explore its Kiz8bak ("daylight") boutique, which offers a wide selection of First Peoples' handicrafts from here and elsewhere. Also, nearby, the Odanak church and chapel will seduce you. Take advantage of your visit to the museum to take the Tolba walking trail, which will allow you to discover the fauna and flora of the Abenaki community. Special packages for groups are available upon reservation, such as the tasting of a traditional snack or the design of a dream catcher, not to mention special activities for the general public.
New for the summer of 2019 is Kwigw8mna "our home", located on the Museum's outdoor site. A true reconstruction of the life of the Abenakis at the end of the 18th century, it includes a reproduction of a traditional Abenaki dwelling entirely furnished according to the traditions of the time, not to mention the vegetable garden where all sorts of indigenous varieties of plants and vegetables grow. This is a great novelty that allows visitors to learn about the way of life, the know-how and the material culture of this nation (several artifacts were unearthed during recent archaeological digs). A place to visit absolutely!