The “Musée de la Forge Jos B. Michaud” is a renovated old blacksmith’s shop that has kept its authenticity over 100 years of existence. Nearly 1,500 artifacts are cataloged and preserved in their original location. The last owner was Jos B. Michaud, blacksmith and farrier, who practiced his trade for 62 years before that his father; Baptiste Michaud was the first builder and blacksmith for over 40 years.
• Explore a fully restored 19th-century forge
• Discover antique tools, equipment, and blacksmithing artifacts
• Learn how Jos shod 20–30 horses a day during peak seasons
• Enjoy hands-on children’s activities every two weeks (starting July 10)
Address: 2056 Commercial Street, Saint-François, NB
Hours (July 1 – August 31):
Monday–Friday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 1 PM – 3 PM
Admission: Free (donations welcome)
Learn more: https://forgejosbmichaud.ca
2056 Commerciale Street, Saint-François-de-Madawaska, New Brunswick, E7A 1B3
