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Boréalis, center for the history of the paper industry

Exhibition centre - History and society / Science and Technology - Industrial Heritage

Tourist region: Mauricie

Outside view of Boréalis
© Boréalis

200, avenue des Draveurs
Trois-Rivières, Quebec G9A 0B6

Telephone: 819 372-4633
Fax: 819 374-1900

SMQ code: 1179

Website: http://www.borealis3r.ca/

Hours

Open year-round
Open year-round
Open everyday from 10 a.m to 6 p.m
(During Winter: 10 a.m to 5 p.m, closed on Monday)

Regular rates

Adults: $9
Seniors/students: $6
Children (5 and under): Free
  • Group rates
  • Packages available

To discover, see and do...

BORÉALIS: A new light shines over the tourism trade in Trois-Rivières!

Located at the juncture of the St.Maurice and St.Lawrence rivers, BORÉALIS will allow visitors to experience the rich and fascinating history of paper.

BORÉALIS is: a venue of exceptional architectural value; world-class exhibitions; a space filled with interactive discoveries for all visitors; a lookout tower offering a spectacular view; underground vaults; an outdoor deck overlooking the river; a dynamic and service-oriented staff; a quality of experience that is modern and definitely looking forward…

Reception (languages)

Exhibitions: French, English
Guided tours: French, English

Accessibility

Partially accessible
Accessible to hearing-impaired visitors

Services

  • Parking
  • Gift shop

For groups:
  • Customized activities (specific groups)
  • Hours adapted to groups
  • Room (space) rental
  • Parking (buses)
  • Restaurant available by reservation
  • Packages available
  • Rates subject to commission

Capacity

Self-guided tours: 200 people
Guided tours: 25 people
Number of exhibitions: 2
Number of sites to visit: 1
For more information on the region and local attractions, consult the Mauricie Tourism Association Website.
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