Room Rental
Are you organizing an event and looking for an enchanting, easily accessible venue that is unique in Chaudière-Appalaches? Look no further! The Musée maritime du Québec is conveniently located along the St. Lawrence River, just an hour’s drive from the bridges to Québec City. This venue of choice is ideal for a wedding, a cocktail evening, a fundraising event, a launch party or an awards ceremony. Choose from the Museum’s wide range of rooms and spaces to meet your needs.
While on the premises, why not offer a personalized tour of our current exhibitions to your guests?
Other Information and Specific Needs
Services provided when renting a venue at the Museum include:
- Parking
- Cloakroom
- Wi-Fi
- Lectern, sound system and podium
- Tables *
- Chairs*
*Available in different sizes and quantity.
If you plan to serve or sell alcohol, you must submit an application with the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec. Contact the Museum for information about how to proceed and obtain a form.
To find out about all the amenities offered by the Museum, browse the Preparing my Visit to the Museum section.
Technical Informations
- Hall dimensions: 557 square feet / very high ceiling
- Terrace dimensions: 900 square feet
- Bar counter located in the hall
- Kitchen space: refrigerator, source of water, commercial dishwasher, microwave oven, and all the equipment needed to prepare expresso coffee and tea
The Entrance Hall and Terrace
Located on the ground floor of the Museum with access through the main door, the entrance hall is the perfect venue to hold a cocktail reception. Surrounded with all-glass walls, the space is flooded with light during the day and the view is splendid year round. Your guests will be able to admire the Riverfront Park and the St. Lawrence River, both indoor and outdoor on the terrace made available for your event. A kitchen facility is available next to the entrance hall to keep your perishables and beverages cool and conveniently provide catering services.
Technical Information
- Standing room: 60 people / 140 people with the hall included
- Number of seats: 50 people (conference) / 42 people – 7 tables of 6 seats (banquet)
- Dimensions: 575 square feet
Technical Information
- Standing room: 60 people / 140 people with the hall included
- Number of seats: 50 people (conference) / 42 people – 7 tables of 6 seats (banquet)
- Dimensions: 575 square feet
The Mezzanine
Located on the second level of the Museum with easy access up the stairs or in a spacious elevator, this contemporary open space offers a magnificent view of the ship museums. Soft morning light or setting sunlight entering through huge pane windows on two facades will lend a warm ambiance during your event, whether a press conference or a launch event. Since the Capitaine J.E. Bernier exhibition is adjacent to the mezzanine, your guests will be able to tour it while on the premises.
Technical Information
- Standing room: 80 people
- Number of seats: 50-60 people (conference) / 42 people (banquet)
- Dimensions: 622 square feet / very high ceiling
The Boathouse
The boathouse is located on the ground floor of the Museum, but it can also be accessed from the second level. The hall is a vast venue with a unique woodsy cachet. This magnificent room featuring several traditional watercrafts is ideal for a cocktail evening, a private concert or a launch event. The huge garage doors open to the Riverfront Park, inviting guests to enjoy the outdoors and admire the St. Lawrence River and Charlevoix mountains.
Important: Access to the boathouse is limited to the summer, because the room is not heated.
Technical Information
- Standing room: 35 people
- Number of seats: 25 people (conference) / 12 seats around a large table
- Dimensions: 396 square feet
- Large table (10 x 3 feet format)
- Microwave oven
Technical Information
- Standing room: 35 people
- Number of seats: 25 people (conference) / 12 seats around a large table
- Dimensions: 396 square feet
- Large table (10 x 3 feet format)
- Microwave oven
The Multipurpose Hall
Located on the third level of the Museum with easy access up the stairs or in a spacious elevator, this private room offers every amenity needed for a meeting, a conference or a children’s party. Several windows flood the room with light, which can also serve as a darkroom to play a movie.
Technical Information
- Standing room: 200 people
- Dimensions: 1730 square feet
- The room can be divided into two sections.
The Exhibition Hall
Located on the third level of the Museum with easy access up the stairs or in a spacious elevator, the exhibition hall provides a lounge-like area and an exceptional view of the ship museums and the horizon. The venue is ideal for any type of reception, with or without an exhibition. Since the Capitaine J.E. Bernier exhibition is next door one level above, your guests will be able to tour it while on the premises.
The Riverfront Park
Are you planning an outdoor event and looking for an enchanting decor featuring a limitless horizon? The new generation Riverfront Park is what you need! During summer, prolong a warm lazy day, admire the sunset, enjoy the wind and let all your senses take in the St. Lawrence River. Sheltered under a tent (rental is the client’s responsibility), your guests will delight in discovering this unique venue for a cocktail evening, a wedding or a party.
The Ernest Lapointe Icebreaker
Would you like to surprise your guests with an off-beat venue? Organize your event on the Ernest Lapointe icebreaker for a thoroughly original festive scene sure to make your guests delight in their memorable evening on board! Located behind the Museum in the centre of the Riverfront Park, the huge ship affords an outstanding view of the St. Lawrence River and islands nearby. A range of ambiances can be created and guest capacity may vary depending on the room chosen on board. This singular venue is particularly suited for custom events.
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