Chalet du mont Royal - Montreal, PQ, Canada
N 45° 30.229 W 073° 35.245
18T E 610353 N 5039891
The French Beaux Arts inspired Chalet is located near the summit of Mount Royal in Montreal
Waymark Code: WM18G7Q
Location: Québec, Canada
Date Posted: 07/29/2023
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Drawing inspiration from the French Beaux-Arts and Arts and Crafts architectural styles, the magnificent Mount Royal Chalet was designed by Quebec architect Aristide Beaugrand-Champagne and built as part of the City of Montréal’s make-work project during the Great Depression in 1931-32. Its walls feature large-scale paintings depicting selected moments of Montréal history by renowned artists such as Marc-Aurèle Fortin, Paul-Émile Borduas and Edwin H. Holgate. These historic works of art, as well as the large fireplace and chandeliers, contribute to the Chalet's rustic décor.
The Chalet houses a gift shop, restaurant, as well as an information kiosk operated by the City of Montréal.
The original photo was taken in 1930 by Années:
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