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Open today at 9:00-17:00
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44 Chau. des Écossais, Québec, QC G1R 4H3, CanadaMap
Phone+1 418-694-9147
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  • Deborah W
    Deborah W
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    Dig into history at the Lit and His!

    This is a hidden gem which we discovered through our reading of Louise Penny's mystery novels. The guides offered an excellent tour in English (French tours are of course available) and we were able t...

    Reviewed on Nov 9, 2023
  • wilma55x
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    Entertaining tour

    This tour is about more than just visiting a library and prison. The guide was very knowledgeable, energetic and talented - she entertained us with stories, enactments and songs - great singer. It is...

    Reviewed on Oct 15, 2023
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    Surround Yourself with the Comfort of aLibrary of Old

    If you have ever loved a library, the peacefulness, the smell of old books, the creaking of old wooden floors, make sure this is on your list to visit in Quebec City. This English Library in the heart...

    Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020
  • Steven B
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    Great for those that love Louise Penny ...and for those that just love history

    This one hour tour starts you off with general interests and then works its way through the building as it works its way though history. From prison (yes you see the cells) to college (complete with ...

    Reviewed on Oct 18, 2019
  • J Norfleete D
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    A historian and librarian's delight

    I learned about the Lit & Hist from Louise Penny's book, Bury Your Dead, which uses this place as a primary setting. In reality, it is even more delightful than I had imagined. It is a quiet and comfo...

    Reviewed on Sep 4, 2019
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