Opening hours
THETFORD MINÉRO MUSEUM
October 12 to December 20, 2026
WEDNESDAY to SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
21 au 25 décembre 2026
CLOSED
26 et 27 décembre 2026
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
28 décembre 2026 au 15 janvier 2027
CLOSED
À PARTIR DU 16 JANVIER 2027
WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
King mine historical centre | KB3
À PARTIR DU 12 OCTOBRE 2026
CLOSED
SAISON 2027
HORAIRE À VENIR
Fermeture de KB3
- Le KB3 ferme ses portes pour la saison à partir du 12 octobre.
Online booking for the King Mine Historical Centre | KB3
La réservation en ligne pour le Centre historique de la mine King | KB3 sera de retour au printemps 2027. Nous vous recommandons d’acheter votre place en ligne pour la visite du Centre historique de la mine King | KB3 afin de vous assurer une place pour vivre l’expérience immersive Lights Below Ground.. Take advantage of this opportunity to purchase the combined Museum and KB3 tour package. At a very advantageous price, you will enjoy the complete experience.
admission prices
*TAXES NOT INCLUDED
Discover our tailor-made packages to enrich your stay! Choose from our options and enjoy an immersive experience at a great price. NOTE: Adult • 18 years and over | Senior • 65 years and over
Free admission on the first Sunday of the month is no longer in effect., following the abandonment of this measure by the Ministry of Culture and Communications.
MINÉRO MUSEUM
Adult
16$
SENIOR (65 and older)
13$
STUDENT
11$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
8$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN)
42$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
4$
KING MINE HISTORICAL CENTRE | KB3
Adult
22$
SENIOR (65 and older)
18,50$
STUDENT
17,50$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
12$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN)
59$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
6$
MUSEUM AND KING MINE HIST. CENTRE | KB3
Adult
30$
SENIOR (65 and older)
26$
STUDENT
23$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
16$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN)
80$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
8$
KB3 OBSERVATORY ONLY
Adult
5$
SENIOR (65 and older)
5$
STUDENT
3$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
3$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILY (2 ADULTS AND 2 CHILDREN)
14$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
2$
Contact details
MINÉRO MUSEUM
711, boulevard Frontenac Ouest,
Thetford Mines (Québec) G6G 7Y8
*Please use the Museum's address for all postal communications.
KING MINE HISTORICAL CENTRE | KB3
240, rue Bennett Ouest
Thetford Mines (Québec) G6G 2R4
Phone : 418 335-2123
No fees : 1 855 335-2123
Fax : 418 335-5605
Email address : [email protected]
The Minéro museum
711, boulevard Frontenac Ouest,
Thetford Mines (Québec) G6G 7Y8
Centre historique KB3
240, rue Bennett Ouest
Thetford Mines (Québec) G6G 2R4
GROUPS
Would you like to book a group tour (15 people or more) at a discounted rate? We invite you to contact our manager at 418 335-2123 ext. 223 or by email at [email protected].
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
Minéro offers a comprehensive educational program combining science and history. We invite you to contact our Education Services Manager at 418 335-2123 ext. 223 or by email at [email protected].
The Museum on the Road: Senior Residences
The program The museum on the road is also offered to seniors' residences. A wide variety of artifacts illustrating the history of the Thetford region and surrounding areas are presented. This workshop, which lasts approximately one hour, is a great opportunity to revive memories and spark enriching discussions.
WESTERN CANADA WORKSHOP IN VIRTUAL REALITY
In collaboration with Nadeau Photo Solution, Minéro – Musée de Thetford Mines | KB3 is delighted to present a new workshop “Western Canada in Virtual Reality”, designed especially for students in Cycles 2 and 3 of primary school.
Don’t miss this opportunity to offer your students a memorable educational experience! Take your students on an adventure at the heart of Canada’s geological history.
Why choose this workshop?
- Immersive experience: In collaboration with Patrick Nadeau of Nadeau Photo Solution, immerse your students in Canadian geology through a virtual reality adventure.
- Multi-sensory learning: A combination of virtual reality and physical demonstrations to explore the geological history of Canada.
- In-depth understanding: Students will understand the formation of Canada and the role of landscapes such as the Badlands and the Rockies in our societies.
Simplified workflow
Receive a preparatory and follow-up sheet for optimal teaching. On the big day, our facilitators guide your students in this adventure, alternating between virtual reality and direct interactions.
FLEXIBILITY AND SECURITY
- Use our 30 Oculus Quest 2 headsets.
- Adjustable duration between 45 to 75 minutes depending on your needs.
- 2 to 3 performances possible each day.
ADVANTAGEOUS PRICING
Depending on your region, financial assistance can cover up to 100% of eligible expenses! The activity is also recognized in the “Accessible and inspiring school” component. Don’t miss this opportunity to offer your students a memorable educational experience! Take your students on an adventure at the heart of Canada’s geological history.