Albert Gilles Copper Art - Art Studio / Museum / Boutique
Albert Gilles Copper Art - Art Studio / Museum / Boutique
Recognized internationally for his brilliant accomplishments, artisan Albert Gilles developed a specialization in crafting ornamentation for churches, basilicas and cathedrals, including the impressive main doors of the St. Anne-de-Beaupré Basilica.
Admire 90 years of incomparable know-how in the art of embossed copper. Be sure to visit both museums to fully appreciate the magnitude of Gilles' talent. Here, you can learn about the life of this humble artist and see the diversity of the works he produced, including for such notables as Walt and Roy Disney, Mandelson Chrysler and Pope Pius XII. Explore a copper mine and see how ore is transformed into beautiful works of art.
Today, Gilles' wife, daughters and granddaughters are maintaining his legacy. Before you leave the site, visit the museum boutique, where can be found an extensive selection of embossed copper artwork.
Activities
Schedule:
All Days: 9am - 5pm