Museum, historical/archaeological site

Centre d'interprétation des mammifères marins (CIMM)

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Partially accessible
Good to know
  • The main entrance has two thresholds up to 4.5 cm high.
  • The parking lot access ramp has a steep incline (15%). Other parking lots are available nearby.
Exterior of the museum
Exterior of the museum
Main Entrance
Main Entrance
Reception Desk
Reception Desk
Hallway leading to the exhibition hall
Hallway leading to the exhibition hall
Entrance to the exhibition and screening rooms
Entrance to the exhibition and screening rooms
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Exhibition Hall
Screening Room
Screening Room
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Door leading to the exit (with turnstile)
Door leading to the exit (with turnstile)
Store
Store
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Municipal parking near the museum
Municipal parking near the museum
Parking - Payment terminal and access ramp
Parking - Payment terminal and access ramp

Establishment details

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 117

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 130
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 130

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 80,6

Seating furniture

  • Type of seating : bench
  • Back support : yes
  • Armrest available : no

Additional Information

No reserved spaces.

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 120

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 80,6

Toilet

  • Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 80

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Type of grab bar : diagonal

Toilet-Grab bar (back)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Sink

  • Counter surface height (cm) : 85,6
  • Clearance-Height (cm) : 76
  • Clearance-Knee depth (cm) : 38

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : large gravel

Parking-Information

  • Parking type : outdoor
  • Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 0

Payment terminal

  • Ground maneuvering space-Diameter (cm) : 90
  • Payment possible via online app : yes

Access ramp

  • Type of ramp : fixed
  • Slope(%) : 15

Access ramp-Handrails

  • Presence of handrails : no

Additional Information

The parking lot is located below the site. A staircase leads to the building’s entrance. To avoid the stairs, use the vehicle access ramp, where there is heavy traffic. Other parking lots are available not far from the building.

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : compacted stone dust

Circulation aisle-Threshold

  • Level difference (cm) : 4,5

Access ramp

  • Slope(%) : 11,3

Access Ramp-Threshold

  • Level difference at the bottom (cm) : 3,5

Access ramp-Handrails

  • Presence of handrails : no

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 77

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 98

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 200
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 200

Counter

  • Surface height (cm) : 110
  • Clearance available : no

Payment terminal

  • Payment terminal type : removable with wire

Seating furniture

  • Type of seating : bench
  • Back support : no
  • Armrest available : no

Additional Information

The exit from the exhibition halls includes a narrow corridor (78 cm) and a turnstile. However, it is possible to return to the entrance by taking the same corridor you used upon arrival.

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 150

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 300
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 300

Lighting

  • Shadow area : yes

Seating furniture

  • Seating available : no

Exhibit

  • Type : permanent
  • Displayed objects-Height (cm) : 120
  • Displayed objects-Inclination : flat

Exhibit-Text

  • Reading aids available : no

Additional Information

Several interactive displays are available in the exhibition halls. Nature guides are also on hand to lead activities and answer visitors’ questions.

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 88

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 150
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150

Counter

  • Counter type : sales
  • Surface height (cm) : 83,5
  • Clearance-Height (cm) : 80,3

Payment terminal

  • Payment terminal type : removable with wire

Displays

  • Percentage of accessible items(%) : 50

Description

Discover the fascinating world of whales at the Tadoussac Marine Mammal Interpretation Center! Explore an impressive collection of skeletons, learn about whale sounds, and chat with passionate naturalists. You can also enjoy a view of the St. Lawrence River, where you might spot some belugas!

Contact details

108, rue de la Cale Sèche, Tadoussac, Québec

418 235-4701 /

info@gremm.org

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