In the heart of the Richelieu Valley, south of Montréal, stands one of the jewels of Québec’s religious heritage: the church of Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu. Adapted from French models, this near-cathedral built on the banks of the Richelieu River is, according to connoisseurs, a remarkable example of Canadian ingenuity in monumental construction during the 18th century. This temple, built for Catholic worship, is representative not only of the architectural evolution of the built environment in Lower Canada, but also of the economic growth experienced by certain seigneuries beyond the British conquest. Yet the passing years have left their mark on this magnificent piece of Dionysian architectural heritage. On Sunday, October 24, 2010, the well-known singer and Saint-Denis resident Madame Luce Dufault will perform a show there at 2:00 p.m.