Discover the history of one of the first Quebec City jails at the Morrin Centre’s new permanent exhibition, Behind Bars: The Quebec Gaol and Its People, 1812-1867.
Through the collection of artifacts on display, the texts introducing you to the history of the many people who walked the jails’ floors, an interactive component offering access to details on the prisoners, and even a platform highlighting the graffiti carved into the original floorboards, the exhibition offers an insightful experience sure to satisfy your curiosity. By exploring the exhibition’s information related to the prisoners, executioners and jail employees, you will gain a deep understanding of the evolving forms of punishment and prison life over 150 years ago.
This permanent exhibit is made possible thanks to the support of the Ministère de la culture et des communications of the Government of Quebec and the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie de Québec.