The Last Wax Christ Child: Spotlight on a Lost Craft
Friday, December 1st, 2023 to Sunday, January 14th, 2024
Description
Get into the holiday spirit by exploring a tradition that is several hundred years old: wax baby Jesus figurines. Imported from Europe at the beginning of the 17th century, this tradition has since been passed down from one generation of Augustinian Sisters to the next and has been used to decorate nativity scenes across Quebec.
As the last Augustinian Sister who has mastered this art ceases production in 2021, Le Musée du Monastère des Augustines invites you to celebrate this symbolic Christmas tradition.
Plan your visit
This exhibition is available from December 1st, 2023, to January 14, 2024, with the purchase of a ticket to the Museum.
To visit the exhibition, please come to Le Monastère des Augustines’ front desk during the Museum’s opening hours, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday. You will then be redirected to Le Réfectoire historique. This is a self-guided exhibition.
Admission (including taxes):
- General admission | $17
- Students and seniors | $14
- Children 12 to 16 | $10
- Children 0 to 11 | Free
- Family | $44 (2 adults and 3 children max.)
While you’re here, why not enjoy a guided tour of our permanent exhibition Augustinian Sisters: Healing Body and Soul at no additional cost or visit our temporary exhibition, Re-Connect, inspired by a museotherapy approach.
Important notes
Plan your trip
Le Monastère des Augustines offers a paid parking area located at 77 rue des Remparts. However, the number of spots is limited. A charging station for electric vehicles is available at no extra charge. There are several public parking lots located near Le Monastère.
Le Monastère can also be accessed via public transportation. The pedestrian entrance is located at 32 rue Charlevoix, a few steps away from rue Saint-Jean in Old Québec.
Partners
Get a day pass to combine a visit to our museum with a meal
A day pass includes your visit of The Last Wax Christ Child: Spotlight on a Lost Craft exhibition, as well as several other activities at Le Monastère:
- Access to Le Vivoir, relaxation and mindful eating (between 1 p.m. and 9 p.m.)
- A buffet style meal available from 5 p.m. (taxes and service fees included)
- Access to our exhibitions
- A 60-minute movement and wellness activity at 5 p.m.
- Access to the Augustines’ choir (before 5:30 p.m.)
Le Monastère des Augustines
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