In the 1960s, Québec City was modernizing in leaps and bounds. While some of its oldest districts were being demolished to make way for modern buildings, Place Royale was the focus of a major heritage restoration project! Starting in 1968, the buildings’ French character was restored through works that drew on historical and archaeological research.

1960 - 1975

Commemorating the past with the restoration of Place Royale

The epicentre of Québec City’s growth since its founding, the Place Royale district declined as maritime trade slowed. By the mid-20th century, the area around the square was rapidly deteriorating, forcing the provincial government to undertake major restoration work. Witness the major restoration work done in Place Royale during the 1960s and 1970s. Do you recognize this location?

Place Royale restored

Auteur inconnu In the 1960s, Québec City was modernizing in leaps and bounds. While some of its oldest districts were being demolished to make way for modern buildings, Place Royale was the focus of a major heritage restoration project! Starting in 1968, the buildings’ French character was restored through works that drew on historical and archaeological research.

Chronoscope Do you know the names of the buildings on this site? (unilingual French for a limited time)

Depicted period: 1968

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