Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site
The Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site is temporarily closed to the general public for the season and will reopen on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The site welcomes school groups for guided tours in May, June and September. See details.
Located in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, the Obadjiwan-Fort-Témiscamingue National Historic Site witnessed the presence of the Indigenous people about 6,000 years ago and was the scene of commercial trade. This former fur trading post is at the heart of regional history and is well worth a visit.
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About Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site
Culture and history
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Contact Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site
834 Chemin du Vieux-Fort, Duhamel-Ouest (Quebec) J9V 1N7
General inquiries
1-888-773-8888
Visitor centre and reservations
819-629-3222
obadjiwantemiscamingue@pc.gc.ca
Hours of operation
General public
The site is temporarily closed for the season and will reopen on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
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School groups
Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site welcomes school groups for guided tours in May, June and September. See details.
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