Are you a history buff? Do you want to learn more about how Desbiens came to be? Then you need to go here when visiting. It is a large historical and archeological site that draws wide interest. It holds human presence over several millennia all the way from Hudson’s Bay to the North Shore, showing trades and exchanges of goods that occurred in the past.

They have a wide variety of permanent and temporary exhibits where you can see different things each time. They even describe themselves as allowing visitors to relive how Lac-Saint-Jean was discovered. It has the oldest building in the region and is a must-visit for families. Finally, they also offer immersive workshops for all to take part in.

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