How tall exactly were these second and third generation of French living in the Saint-Lawrence valley?

Were the English colonists much taller than the French, as is commonly believed?

What exactly is a  tuque ? You might know this one. But what is a mantelet ? And a capot?

All these garments were used by 18th century Canadiens.
 

Discover what it was to wear a corset or a capot by trying them on for real.

We need 2 volunteers from the group to try on the garments.

Who made the garments? Which fabric did they use? Where did they get the fabrics ? Was it locally produced or imported goods? Look, touch, feel and discover the names of these garments and fabrics.

Compare with what is currently available at the beginning of the 21st century.
 

First done in French schools for 5th graders and high-school students (pictures: girl's clothing and boy's clothing), so the kids did not have to travel to a museum or historic site, this experience also fascinates anyone who has a taste for history.

The "travel" lasts 90 minutes. We prefer working with groups of no more than 60 persons, so that everyone can see closely and fully appreciate.

We can spend a whole day with you and meet with many groups.

Costs: 125,00$ / first group plus travel expenses (variable).
                80,00$ /each aditionnal group (same day)
              260,00$/a whole day (3 to 5 talks)
 
 

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We can also come to provide information sessions to professionnal interpreters, reenactors and museums and historic sites guides.
We can organise workshops on historical costume making and offer slide shows.
 
 

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