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Have You Visited the Musée Rodrigue?
Last month, there was quite a bit of talk about the Musée Rodrigue, located in the Saint-Sauveur area north of Montreal. The reason? The museum was marking the 25th anniversary of the remarkable feat of Captain Robert Piché, the Air Transat pilot who helped sa...
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Éric Descarries
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Have You Visited the Musée Rodrigue?
Éric Descarries
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Last month, there was quite a bit of talk about the Musée Rodrigue, located in the Saint-Sauveur area north of Montreal. The reason? The museum was marking the 25th anniversary of the remarkable feat of Captain Robert Piché, the Air Transat pilot who helped save the lives of approximately 306 people aboard the Airbus A330 he was flying after the aircraft lost both engines over the Atlantic Ocean following a major fuel leak.
Piché is no stranger to the Musée Rodrigue, which was created by Claude Rodrigue, a now “retired” builder who had long wanted to establish a distinctly Quebec museum dedicated to preserving artifacts from the province. Piché also contributes to the museum’s organization and development.
Over time, however, this easily accessible museum has also evolved to celebrate mechanical history, miniatures, transportation and several other related subjects.
In recent years, a number of reports have turned the museum into something of a local attraction. Yet it still deserves to be better known. The Musée Rodrigue has recently expanded and welcomed not only new artifacts, but also new Quebec collections.
And that raises the question: have you ever considered visiting this remarkable place, which could very well be regarded as one of Quebec’s most important museums devoted to mechanical history, aviation, tools and various work and hobby-related artifacts?
Of course, one could simply let time take its course. But why not take advantage of the arrival of fall — or even winter — to visit the museum? It could even make for a great gift idea, and why not a Christmas gift?
To give you a better idea of what awaits, here is a short photo report on this unique place. Even children should find plenty to enjoy!
Just make sure to reserve your visit with the museum administration before heading out. Visits are available by reservation only.
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The Musée Rodrigue can be seen from Route 364, west of Saint-Sauveur.
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An elevated view of the museum’s main room.
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Part of the collection of metal miniature trucks.
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The room dedicated to model boats.
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The collection of plastic miniature trucks.
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The model aircraft collection.
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The new section dedicated to miniature military vehicles.
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Another section of the new miniature military vehicle collection.
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This section dedicated to Captain Robert Piché is relatively recent.
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The museum has managed to gather a considerable number of period tools.
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The museum also features old metal model trains.
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One of the highlights: the enormous model train table, which takes plenty of time to explore in detail. Children will be amazed!
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A fine collection of miniature cranes.
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A recent acquisition: this imposing paving roller powered by an International V8 engine.
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Another recent acquisition: this Linn truck from the early 20th century.
(Photo: Éric Descarries)
Éric Descarries
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