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Musee Huron-Wendat

15, Place de la Rencontre, Wendake, Quebec G0A 4V0, Canada
418-847-2260
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Wendake
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Museums
Owner description: The museum introduces, in a very interactive fashion, a unique collection which brings one to the heart of the Huron-Wendat culture, explores themes...... more » Owner description: The museum introduces, in a very interactive fashion, a unique collection which brings one to the heart of the Huron-Wendat culture, explores themes from the historical territories and recalls native memories and knowledge. The museum offers more than a simple visit; it introduces a bona fide cultural voyage. Apart from all the collections, one can find, in close proximity to a restores brook, outdoor theme gardens where one may discover the beauty and power of the medicinal plants. « less
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Cannes, France
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Very interesting museum about the Wendat culture:15 mn from Quebec, it is located in the gorgeous Hotel des Premieres Nations whose gastronomical restaurant La Traite is well worth the detour. We did not have time to visit the traditionnal Huron site, but just going around in the village itself was very interesting ( If you are smokers, I heard that... More

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dialectgirl
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

If you take the tour they offer, you will be guided by a native, and taken not only through the museum but also the village, and visit some original buildings, where important events occurred. This visit will give you insight into a different side of history, and is told in an unbiased way. This is important! In all, a place... More

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Ithaca, NY
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011
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The museum is located in the architecturally stunning Hotel-Musee Premieres Nations. At first it seemed to be closed,but as we passed through a small enclosed area that featured a mural of the Huron/Wendat myth of creation, we saw people in the darkened interior. Quiet music was playing as we entered this very peaceful place. The museum tells the history of... More

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Florida
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140 helpful votes 140 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2011
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The guide books and tourist information are a bit confusing. Wendake is a small town where modern day Indians now live. The streets are named after chiefs. There is a restaurant in town, Sagamite, that many have recommended and we definitely warn you to stay away (we had major indigestion after a very mediocre meal). There are two tourist attractions.... More

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Quebec City, Canada
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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Basses Laurentides
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011
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