This stately graystone heritage site has led a fascinating life since its construction in 1813, shifting from an execution site to a repository for national archives and Canada's first modern prison. A major transformation occurred in 1868, as it became Morrin College, one of the city's earliest private schools, and simultaneously welcomed the Literary and Historical Society of Québec—a direct forerunner to Canada's National Archives. Today, the building comes alive with historical and cultural talks presented in English, heavily focusing on Québec City's often-forgotten British heritage. Guided tours offer a compelling journey through its past, revealing two blocks of original prison cells, the grand Victorian-era library, and College Hall. This unique space proves particularly captivating for children and families alike.