Natura & Historia Conference
Led by the team at the Plains of Abraham Museum, the conference highlights the rich natural and historical heritage of the park. Discover the evolution of this iconic site, from its natural origins to its present-day role as a major urban park.
Hour
7 p.m.
Duration
75 minutes
Hour
7 p.m.
Duration
75 minutes
Led by the team at the Plains of Abraham Museum, this talk highlights the park’s rich natural and historical heritage. It invites participants to explore the evolution of this iconic site, from its natural origins to its present-day role as a major urban park.
Key themes include Frederick G. Todd’s landscape vision, the hygienist movement, horticultural development, biodiversity, and contemporary issues related to sustainable development.
Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand
Get there
Accessibility
Reduced mobility: the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand area is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are events cancelled when it rains?
Events will take place rain or shine. They are cancelled only as a last resort when weather conditions constitute a threat to the artist and public. They cannot be relocated or postponed.
When possible, the cancellation is announced on the Plains of Abraham Facebook page. Please note that the decision can be made at the last minute.
How much are the events?
Cultural events at the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand are free.
Are there bathroom facilities on site?
Bathrooms are available at the Pavilion, near the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand.
What time are the events?
It depends. See the program for more information about the cultural events.
Can I bring a chair?
Yes, absolutely. You can bring chairs and blankets to comfortably enjoy the show.
Can I eat on site?
Of course! You are welcome to bring a picnic or enjoy foods and drinks from La Maison Smith Café at the central pavilion.
Access and Parking
You can either walk, take a bus, car pool or park your vehicle in the parking lots on the Plains of Abraham. For evening evenings, parking is also available next to the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand starting at 5 p.m. at a cost of $9.00 (cash only and until 11 p.m.). Parking is accessible via Wolfe Avenue, near the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec.
Notice about show cancellations
The National Battlefields Commission would like to remind the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand enthusiasts that the events will only be cancelled if the weather poses a threat to the artists or the spectators. Such a decision will be taken during the evening, at the time the show would be scheduled to begin, to give Mother Nature a fighting chance to cooperate.
The NBC makes a point to present quality entertainment according to the schedule, and cannot postpone a cancelled event, nor host it elsewhere.
