June 27, 2019
Permanent Exhibitions, Andrée-Désilets room
A different perspective on Sherbrooke’s history through the accounts of those who dreamt of, chose, lived in, and built the city.
Our exhibitions
November 19, 2020 - January 10, 2021
Temporary Exhibition, American-Biltrite room
Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25? Why are Christmas trees so popular? What is the oldest known type of toy?
April 21, 2021 - October 04, 2020
Temporary Exhibition, American-Biltrite room
Scandal – The word brings to mind several different meanings linked to social norms, breaking these norms, community spirit, and maintaining stability and the established order.
Exposition virtuelle
To your machines! depicts the broad lines of Sherbrooke’s industrial history and goes beyond factory life to paint a portrait of its inhabitants during this pivotal time.
Our school group activities
News
The Mhist is seeking individuals who “experienced” the Winter Prison
As part of its project to revitalize the Winter Prison, the Mhist-Musée d’histoire de Sherbrooke is seeking individuals (former inmates and guards, family members, etc.) who frequented the former provincial prison in Sherbrooke.
150 years of urban history: long live the holidays!
During the 1880s, Petit Lac Magog in the Sherbrooke region became a prime holiday destination for the Francophone bourgeoisie. Several families built plush cottages in the area. However, an alternative was soon required to cater to the needs of holidaymakers who were passing though. As a result, Hôtel Gosselin opened in 1893. It was renamed Lake Park Hotel in 1912.
