Culture

The exhibition center of the Rivière-Rouge train station is located in a historic building erected in 1904. It offers a diverse program aimed at meeting the needs of its cultural clientele. Each exhibition is inaugurated with a vernissage.

Opened in 2015, this unique facility is the world's first center to host a permanent exhibition on arrow sashes. Crafted by Pierre Bélanger, these 15 sashes narrate the history of our region and Canada. Additionally, the center features a dye plant garden and three artistic workshops. The arrow sash known as L'Assomption, adorned with lightning and flame motifs, has become an iconic symbol of Lanaudière.

Le Musée d'art de Joliette (MAJ) is one of the most significant art museums in Quebec, housing a diverse collection spanning art from the 14th century to the present day. The MAJ is open year-round and hosts a wide range of exhibitions in both contemporary and ancient art, along with numerous cultural activities suitable for all audiences.

The Saint-André-Avellin Pioneers Museum showcases a diverse collection of nearly 1000 ancient objects, including furniture, kitchen accessories, clothing, tools, and over 600 vintage photographs. Moreover, it houses nearly 150 rare 19th-century novels, textbooks, associative archives, old newspaper clippings, and writings about pioneer life. The museum's shed contains a variety of antique agricultural machines, and it boasts an extensive collection of religious garments.