In Québec City, like in all the world’s capitals, religious and political authorities used buildings to symbolize their power. There is, however, a distinctive feature of Québec City that makes it architecturally unique. Over the course of the city’s history, French and British influences have commingled, forming an ensemble of buildings unlike anywhere else. This album presents buildings—some French, some English—that played a part in the city’s history in the early 19th century. Admire these buildings through the works of the era’s great artists.
James Pattison Cockburn
In the early 19th century, the prison on Saint-Stanislas Street moved to a new building on the site that would become the Morrin Centre on Chaussée-des-Écossais Street. It was built between 1808 and 1809 according to plans by architect François Baillairgé. This jail stands on the ruins of the Royal Redoubt that the French built in 1712.
We use browser cookies to operate and enhance our services, as well as for advertising purposes. Your privacy is important to us. If you're not comfortable with the use of this information, please review your settings before continuing your visit. Personal Information and Privacy
Our website stores four types of cookies. At any time you can choose which cookies you accept and which you refuse. You can read more about what cookies are and what types of cookies we store in our Cookie Policy.
are necessary for technical reasons. Without them, this website may not function properly.
are necessary for specific functionality on the website. Without them, some features may be disabled.
allow us to analyse website use and to improve the visitor's experience.
allow us to personalise your experience and to send you relevant content and offers, on this website and other websites.
