Museum and Historical Exhibition

Step into the life of an 18th-century manor house.

Through its restored rooms, period pieces, and captivating stories, the Manoir Mauvide-Genest invites you to discover the art of living in bygone days—authentic, elegant, and profoundly human.

Our expositions

The Mauvide-Genest Manor - Permanent

The Manor offers its four floors for an immersive visit into the daily life of a wealthy 18th-century family. Its permanent exhibition, Le Manoir Mauvide-Genest, recreates the lordly residence with period furnishings.

The power of the lord in the feminine - Temporary

The exhibition presents portraits of women who, in their own way, left their mark on our seigniorial history. Its aim is to highlight their contributions, which remain largely unknown today.

The Remains of the Manor - Temporary

The exhibition presents various artifacts found during archaeological excavations taking place around the Mauvide-Genest Manor in the early 2000s. These artifacts bear witness to the occupation of the site from the time of the French seigneurial system to the present day.

They're talking about us

What a great find! We missed the guided tour, our mistake! It would certainly have been very interesting.

Fannie Massicotte

I didn’t visit the manor, I stopped on the grounds opposite for a picnic with very beautiful views of the river.

France Tellier

This autumn, I had the pleasure of visiting the Mauvais-de-Jeunet mansion, and honestly, it is a place that deserves to be discovered by all those who share a passion for history and antiques.

Claudia Tozzi

What a magnificent manor! Another heritage treasure to discover and preserve. Its construction dates back to 1734, during the era of New France. Inside, you’ll find numerous beautifully curated exhibits: reconstructions, collections of artifacts, explanatory panels, and videos. The passage of time hasn’t diminished the beauty of the place. The charm and history behind the manor have been carefully preserved. The spirit of its former owners still lingers.

Sylvain Gauthier

A very interesting visit. The guide was really friendly and knew the history of the manor and its owners in great detail. We had a nice chat with Melody.

Michelle et Xavier BUREAU

Very interesting, rich in heritage information. The guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and insightful on the subject. A must-see for history buffs! 👍

Christiane Dandois

A must-see if you’re on Île d’Orléans. This elegant 1700s mansion is beautifully restored. A self-guided tour is available, explaining everything in detail, and there are also excellent written presentations in both French and English. Three floors—visit them all!

Eric St-Marseille

I really enjoyed the tour (with the audio guide), the history, the fact that you can visit all the floors, the garden, and the apothecary’s section with the labels indicating the herbs, vegetables, and fruits! I highly recommend a stop at the Manor! The tour price is very affordable! And you can see everything quite quickly, so it’s convenient for continuing to explore the island afterward!

Sarah-Eve Cossette

Following our visit to the Drouin house on the other side of the island, we visited the manor house one Sunday afternoon to learn more about how the wealthiest people of the time lived. We were welcomed by the director of the establishment, who also served as our guide during the tour.

Marie-Hélène Frappier

Foundation & support

The Mauvide-Genest Manor Foundation ensures the preservation of the site and the development of its cultural mission. Your support helps to keep this historic place alive.