Opening hours
THETFORD MINÉRO MUSEUM
10 JANVIER AU 29 MAI 2026
WEDNESDAY to SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
30 MAI AU 23 JUIN 206
MERCREDI AU VENDREDI
10H00 TO 16H00
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
10H00 À 17H00
24 JUIN AU 23 AOÛT 2026
MONDAY TO SUNDAY
9:30 A.M. TO 5:30 p.m.
24 AOÛT AU 6 SEPTEMBRE 2026
TUESDAY TO SUNDAY
9H30 à 17H30
7 SEPTEMBRE AU 11 OCTOBRE 2026
MERCREDI AU VENDREDI
10H00 à 16H00
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
10H00 à 17H00
12 OCTOBRE AU 20 DÉCEMBRE 2026
WEDNESDAY to SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Centre historique de la mine King | KB3
10 JANVIER AU 29 MAI
CLOSED
RETOUR À L’ÉTÉ
*GROUPE SUR DEMANDE DÈS LA MI-MAI
30 MAI AU 23 JUIN 2026
MERCREDI AU VENDREDI
10H00 TO 16H00
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
10H00 À 17H00
24 JUIN AU 23 AOÛT 2026
MONDAY TO SUNDAY
9H30 TO 17H30
24 AOÛT AU 6 SEPTEMBRE 2026
TUESDAY TO SUNDAY
9H30 TO 17H30
7 SEPTEMBRE AU 11 OCTOBRE 2026
MERCREDI AU VENDREDI
10H00 à 16H00
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
10H00 à 17H00
12 OCTOBRE AU 20 DÉCEMBRE 2026
CLOSED
*GROUPE SUR DEMANDE JUSQU’À LA FIN OCTOBRE
Réservation pour le Centre historique de la mine King | KB3
Les réservations en ligne pour la saison 2026 du KB3 seront possibles à partir du printemps 2026. Vous pourrez alors réserver votre place pour la visite du Centre historique de la mine King | KB3 et ainsi vous assurer une place pour vivre l’expérience immersive Lights Below Ground.Take the opportunity to purchase the combined Museum and KB3 tour package. At a very attractive price, you'll have 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
MUSÉE MINÉRO
Adult
16$
ELDER
13$
STUDENT
11$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
8$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILLE (2 adultes et 2 enfants)
42$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
4$
CENTRE HISTORIQUE DE LA MINE KING | KB3
Adult
22$
ELDER
18,50$
STUDENT
17,50$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
12$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILLE (2 adultes et 2 enfants)
59$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
6$
MUSÉE ET CENTRE HIST. DE LA MINE KING | KB3
Adult
30$
ELDER
26$
STUDENT
23$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
16$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILLE (2 adultes et 2 enfants)
80$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
8$
OBSERVATOIRE DE KB3 SEULEMENT
Adult
5$
ELDER
5$
STUDENT
3$
6 TO 17 YEARS OLD
3$
5 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
FREE
FAMILLE (2 adultes et 2 enfants)
14$
ADDITIONAL CHILDREN
2$
Contact details
MUSÉE MINÉRO
711, boulevard Frontenac Ouest,
Thetford Mines (Québec) G6G 7Y8
*Please use the Museum's address for all postal communications.
CENTRE HISTORIQUE DE LA MINE KING | 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.