Morrin Centre facts for kids
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| Location | 44, chaussée des Écossais Quebec City, Quebec G1R 4H3 |
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The Morrin Centre is a special place in the Old Quebec area of Quebec City, Quebec, Canada. It helps people learn about the history and culture of English-speaking people in Quebec. The centre has a private English library, which is part of the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec. It also has old spaces for events and offers tours to teach visitors about its past.
The English library has been at the Morrin Centre since 1868. This library keeps many historical documents. These include copies of the society's journal, called Transactions. These journals have original articles from the 1800s about science, history, and literature. They also have copies of older historical papers found in archives around the world. To use these special materials, you need to be a member of the library.
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History of the Morrin Centre Building
The Morrin Centre is located in an old prison building. This building is so important that it has been named a National Historic Site of Canada.
Four Lives of a Historic Building
This historic site has been used for four different purposes over many years:
- Royal Redoubt (1712–1808): First, it was a military fort.
- Quebec City Common Gaol (1812–1867): Then, it became a prison for the city.
- Morrin College (1868-c. 1902): After the prison, it was used as a college.
- Literary and Historical Society of Quebec (1868–present): Since 1868, it has been home to this society.
In 2004, the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec became the owners of this historic building. They got it through a long-term agreement called an emphyteutic lease.
In recent years, the Society decided to do even more. The building was completely updated and changed into the Morrin Centre. Now, it's not just a library. It's also Quebec City's main English-language cultural centre. Plus, it's a place where you can learn about history through tours and exhibits.
Museum Affiliations
The Morrin Centre is connected with other important groups. These include the CMA and the CHIN.
See also
In Spanish: Centro Morrin para niños
