Tucked beside the iconic St. Louis Cathedral in the heart of Jackson Square lies one of the French Quarter’s oldest and eeriest passageways — Père Antoine’s Alley. Named after Père Antoine (Antonio de Sedella), a Capuchin priest who served at the cathedral during the late 1700s and early 1800s, this narrow alley has long been shrouded in legend. Known for his strict yet compassionate nature, Père Antoine played a vital role in the city’s spiritual life — but many believe he never truly left. Acc

Did you know the final resting place of Louis Riel is just under 1 km from the Museum? Located in the St. Boniface Cathedral cemetery, you'll often find the gravestone adorned with a ceinture fléchée and bundles of tobacco or sweetgrass. Riel led the resistance against the government of John A. Macdonald, fighting to defend the rights and culture of the Métis people. He was arrested following the Battle of Batoche, was imprisoned in Regina and then hanged for treason on November 16, 1885. Riel's