What is the history of Musee du Quebec and who founded it?
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The Musée du Québec, also known as the Quebec Museum, is a museum located in Quebec City, Canada. It is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the artistic and historical heritage of the province of Quebec.
The museum traces its origins back to the late 19th century when the Legislative Assembly of Quebec passed a resolution in 1862 to establish a museum. The initial purpose was to collect and exhibit natural history specimens and artifacts associated with the province.
The official founding of the museum took place on October 14, 1922, with the establishment of the "Musée de la Province de Québec." It was housed in the Palais de l'Intendant, a historic building in the heart of Old Quebec. The museum showcased archaeological artifacts, fine arts, and ethnological objects related to Quebec's history.
The museum underwent several expansions and relocations over the years to accommodate its growing collections. In 1990, it adopted its current name, the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (National Museum of Fine Arts of Quebec), reflecting its expanded focus on fine arts.
As for the founders, the museum's creation was a result of collaborative efforts by various individuals and governmental initiatives. Key figures involved in the establishment of the museum include Dr. Joseph-Elzéar Michaud, Dr. Jules-Ernest Livernois, and Ernest Gagnon.
Dr. Joseph-Elzéar Michaud, the Minister of Agriculture and Colonization at the time, advocated for the establishment of a museum and supervised its early developments. Dr. Jules-Ernest Livernois, a naturalist and physician, played a significant role in collecting natural history specimens for the museum. Ernest Gagnon, an archaeologist, focused on expanding the museum's archaeological collections.
Overall, the Musée du Québec has continued to evolve and grow, playing a vital role in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Quebec.