Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site

The Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site is temporarily closed for the season.

The Battle of the Châteauguay Historic Site commemorates the victory of Canadian troops over the invading American army on October 26th, 1813. Visit the interpretation centre to discover how 300 Canadian fighters managed to defeat 3,700 Americans, an unrecognized episode in our history that recalls the importance of these militiamen who became heroes.

School diaries

Do you work in education? Discover our online workshops designed to provide a stimulating learning environment for elementary and high school students.

Back in time

While waiting for the reopening of the site, familiarize yourself with the history of the fort's construction and the confrontations that happened.

Visit Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site

Activities and experiences

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Plan your visit

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Fees

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Safety and guidelines

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About Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site

Culture and history

Discover the historical and cultural dimension of the Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site.

Stewardship and management

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Directions

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