Museum, historic/archeological site
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Musée de l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph du Mont-Royal
Tucked within the heart of the basilica, this museum is dedicated mainly to sacred art. Renowned for its exceptional collection of crèches of the world, the museum displays works of religious, historical and artistic heritage from Québec and abroad.
Map and contact information
Public transportation
- Subway : Côte-des-Neiges
Shuttle services
Vehicle and Parking Services
- Paid parking
- Parking for buses
Permanent exhibitions
- Une crèche, un monde (A World in a Crèche)The permanent exhibition A World in a Crèche features a hundred crèches and representations of the Nativity from as many countries across the five continents.
- La collection du musée – Les crèches de l’Oratoire Saint-Joseph du Mont-Royal (The Museum Collection – The Crèches of Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal)Artists: André Bergeron, Sylvia Daoust, Claude Lafortune, Keena and Rose-Anne MonnaThe Museum Collection – The Crèches of Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal permanent exhibition includes traditional representations as well as more surprising designs, such as a marionette theatre. Works by Québec artists the likes of André Bergeron, Sylvia Daoust, Claude Lafortune, Keena and Rose-Anne Monna make up an important part of the display.
Recreational / cultural activities
- Self-guided tour
Restaurant and food services
- Dining room
Eligible customers
- Groups
Available facilities
- Garden
- Walking path