Sir Wilfrid Laurier National Historic Site

Special Activities 2011

Every Saturday and Sunday in July and August, the Sir Wilfrid Laurier National Historic Site invites you to come meet a colourful cast of characters.

Come discover our ancestors’ way of life and the traditions of the Lanaudière region through demonstrations, talks, and musical and dance performances. Learn by doing: participate in our workshops on arrowhead sash finger weaving, candlemaking and even bread kneading!

Join us for some truly unique experiences!

Special activities are offered free of charge. Admission will be charged for visiting the historic house and the interpretation centre.

• July
• August

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July 1 – Canada Day

Open house for the whole family!

Participate in our afternoon children’s activities, including a magician. Take part in our family treasure hunt and finish the day in splendour with a celebratory piece of cake.

All of these activities are free. Admission to the interpretation centre and historic house is also free for the day.

July 2 – Tradition Saturdays:
Soap-Making Workshop

July 3 – Cercles de Fermières Exhibition

The women of three local Cercles de Fermières will be on the premises. Come discover the fruit of their labour and their various artisanal techniques. A painter will also be working on location.

July 9 – Tradition Saturdays:
St. Catherine’s Taffy Workshop

July 10 – History and Coffee

Discussion led by a member of Centre régional d’archives de Lanaudière (CRAL). Discover the treasured archive collection on the history of Sir Wilfred Laurier and the arrowhead sash.

July 16 – Tradition Saturdays:
Calligraphy Workshop

In honour of Parks Day, admission to the interpretation centre and historic house is free.

July 17 – Folkl’Art

Presented by the town of Saint-Lin-Laurentides, the fifth celebration of Lanaudière regional heritage brings together some of the best artisans and musicians in the area.

In the afternoon, local artisans present their work and products in the back courtyard of the historic house.

Come recharge your batteries with the festive music of the traditional local music group Belzébuth!

July 23 – Tradition Saturdays:
Candle-Making Workshop

July 24 – Traditional Dance Workshop

Come learn a few traditional dance steps!

Let Association folklorique de Lanaudière and its musicians introduce you to the most popular folkloric dances in Quebec.

July 30 – Tradition Saturdays:
Bread and Butter-Making Workshop

July 31 – History and Coffee

Unfortunately, the talk led by Mr. Beauchamp must be canceled. History buffs are however invited to discover the architectural heritage of Saint-Lin-Laurentides.

Maryse Pilon, head of the tourist information office and a member of the City Historical Society, will present a collection of period photographs. Attendees will also take part in a guided heritage tour.

August 6 – Tradition Saturdays:
Assomption Sash Workshop

August 6 – An Evening of Storytelling

Starting at 7:30 p.m., let yourself be captivated by the tales of our professional storytellers in the courtyard of the historic house and in the sacristy of the Saint-Lin Church.

A fee will be charged for this event; reservations are required.

August 13 – Tradition Saturdays:
Spinning and Weaving Demonstration

August 13 – An Evening of Storytelling

Starting at 7:30 p.m., let yourself be captivated by the tales of our professional storytellers in the courtyard of the historic house and in the sacristy of the Saint-Lin Church.

A fee will be charged for this event; reservations are required.

August 20 – Tradition Saturdays:
Toy-Making Workshop

August 21 – Village Festival

Presented by the town of Saint-Lin–Laurentides, this great family celebration is now a local tradition.

Join us for a taste of our savoury corn on the cob and dance to the traditional tunes of Association des amis du folklore de Saint-Lin–Laurentides.

August 27 – Tradition Saturdays:
Talk on Garden Harvest

August 28 – Demonstration and Recruiting by the Sir Wilfrid Laurier Air Cadets Squadron 879