Justin Bur and Jean-Paul Simard
Discover the rich history of Eastern Mile End (between Saint-Laurent Boulevard and Berri Street, Mount Royal Avenue and Boucher Street). We will explore the eclectic architecture and the urban, cultural and social development of the past century and a half. Among the highlights of this tour are the Church of Saint-Enfant-Jésus and several religious and educational institutions near the heart of the former village of Saint-Louis du Mile-End, the Carmelite Convent, row housing dating to the late 19th century, the early 20th century and the last 15 years, as well as the industrial past of the area.
Bonus on Sunday, Journée des églises ouvertes: Kevin Cohalan of the Société d’histoire et de généalogie du Plateau Mont-Royal will meet us to speak of the history of Saint-Enfant-Jésus church.
Date and time:
Saturday 2 June 2012, in English
Sunday 3 June 2012, in French
2:00 – 4:30 pm, rain or shine
Departure point:
Laurier metro station – Laurier exit (corner of Laurier and Berri)
Ending point:
Laurier or Mont-Royal metro station
Please note that the Tour de l’île de Montréal takes place Sunday. Some streets will be closed to car traffic – arrive by metro, bike, or on foot!
Cost :
12 $ per person
Reservations :
Not required
Mile End Memories is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the heritage, history and culture of the Mile End neighbourhood. Consult our 2012 program of activities.