Official Tourist Guide 2025-2026

Culture and Living History – Travel by Experience

created by Arthure.« Hi there, let’s have a chat ! » Meet Pierre Étienne Fortin, iconic figure of our community, to hear stories of the first Customs House. The Gallery, dedicated to artists, will exhibit La Grave’s heritage buildings; watercolours by Arthure. [ad p. 95] Cap aux Meules Island Cap-aux-Meules Espace Solo $ The Espace Solo Art Gallery aims to promote and highlight the work of local visual artists. Located on the top floor of Boutique Émerance, the gallery showcases the artworks of creators dedicated to various artistic means of expression. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere where the wealth of the arts invites you to surprise your senses. Fatima Galerie d'art Annie Morin $ Recipient of CALQ’s 2024 Artist of the year award and the people’s choice award, this multidisciplinary artist opens her gallery/workshop for you. Come and discover her paintings and metal sculptures, as well as her unique and highly creative environment. You will also find the charming driftwood art of her son Étienne Aucoin. [ad page 85] La Griffe Valérie LB $ 1002, chemin des Caps, Fatima 418-937-0948 ― val.vie@hotmail.com Open: June 1 to September 20; November 20 to December 30. Off-season: by appointment. Welcome to our art gallery and tattoo studio, a unique and magical place! Dive into a world rich in colour and emotion, where the multidisciplinary creations of Les Îles artists Valérie LB and Anik Renaud, come to life. Discover a variety of works: Vibrant paintings, unique jewelry, charming souvenirs, macramé and more, as well as a space dedicated to tattoos. 319, chemin du Quai, Cap-aux-Meules 418-986-2200 ― emerancebijoux.com Open: year-round. 845, chemin Les Caps, Fatima 418-969-7279 ― anniemorin.ca Open: mid-June to mid-September, Monday to Thursday. Rest of the year: by appointment

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La Mémoire et la Mer

41, chemin Bourgeois, Bassin 418-937-6634 ― 418-937-1193 julienlivernois.com Open: June 12 to September 28, Wednesday to Saturday. Otherwise, give us a call! Every fall, fishing boats regain their parks and cradles for another long hibernation. With his camera in hand, artist Julien Livernois admires and scrutinizes each detail of their hulls. He takes pictures of these remarkable and unsuspected worlds and landscapes. Let yourself get inspired by his unique pictures. A fascinating world awaits you. Hop on board! [ad p. 90] Maison Papier J$ 2979, chemin de la Montagne, Bassin 418-937-4279 ― maisonpapier.ca Open: year-round, hours vary depending on the season BOUTIQUE + ART GALLERY + COFFEE COUNTER. Inspiring and soothing space showcasing the talent of 20 local artists. Large collection of printed reproductions of over 100 works of art. Original paintings and sculptures and selected objects. Decorations and gifts. Meetings and discoveries. Have a look at the program for workshops and artist meetings. A must-visit spot on Havre-Aubert Island! [ad p. 90] Havre-Aubert Majell'Art $ 987, chemin de La Grave, Havre-Aubert 418-937-3800 ― majellapoirier.com Open: May 15 to September 30. Off-season, contact the artist. Discover the artworks of Majella Poirier, a local artistic painter who combines both abstract and figurative techniques with the colours of Les Îles. Stop by and enjoy various pieces of art belonging to the artist. Now on display in the Majell'Art gallery-boutique, in the heritage site of La Grave. We look forward to seeing you! La Vieille Douane $

944, chemin de la Grave, Havre-Aubert 418-937-9798 ― lavieilledouane.com Open: 7 days a week.

One of a kind experience in La Grave. Explore this interpretation centre and Art Gallery to find out more about our local architecture and our heritage. Here you will meet the larger-than-life pioneers; characters

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