Draft:Mount Royal Chalet

Mount Royal Chalet is a building located near the summit of Mount Royal in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The chalet was constructed in 1932 under the mayoralty of Camillien Houde as a make-work project during the Great Depression. The French Beaux Arts structure was designed by Montreal architect Aristide Beaugrand-Champagne (1876-1950).^]

The inauguration of the Mount Royal Chalet marked the opening of a new public space, offering panoramic vistas of Montreal's skyline and the St. Lawrence River from the adjacent Kondiaronk lookout.

Within the Chalet's walls, there are large-scale paintings depicting Montreal's history by Canadian artists such as Marc-Aurèle Fortin, Paul-Émile Borduas, and Edwin H. Holgate. Over the years, the Chalet has undergone renovations to preserve its architectural integrity and historical significance, ensuring its continued function as both a landmark and a venue for public engagement.

Today, the Mount Royal Chalet remains a destination for locals and tourists alike. Its interior hosts amenities such as a gift shop, public washrooms, and the Café des Amis, while its halls offer versatile event spaces. The building can host various events with room for 300 to 700 patrons. It has hosted prestigious cultural events like the Festival Chromatic and it provides a picturesque backdrop for private gatherings. It has also made appearances in art, literature, and film, cementing its status as a symbol of Montreal's heritage and charm. The southside of the building is a bricked courtyard and lookout with a view of Montreal's skyline from Mont-Royal.