
The
Merry
House
Engaging with
our history
The Merry House
Engaging with
our history
Owned by the City of Magog, it’s the oldest house in urban Magog and is managed by the Corporation de la maison Merry, whose mission is to develop and promote the new site of memory for the benefit of Magog residents and visitors.
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For details on the Merry House’s rates, business hours, and contact information, visit the practical information section.
Our Mission
A bit of history
From 1821 to today: The Merry House restauration and heritage project
The outdoor landscaping will feature a slate terrace and stone dust pathways to preserve a natural site based on the unique abundance of trees in Magog’s city centre.
The City of Magog has entrusted the Merry House restauration and heritage project to the architectural consortium Espace Vital/Patrick Morand. We wish to underscore the contribution of the firm Muséoconseil in developing the project.
Visit the City of Magog’s website to follow the progress of the work.
Why a whale?
Discover the answer at the permanent exhibition.
From 1821 to today: The Merry House restauration and heritage project
The outdoor landscaping will feature a slate terrace and stone dust pathways to preserve a natural site based on the unique abundance of trees in Magog’s city centre.
The City of Magog has entrusted the Merry House restauration and heritage project to the architectural consortium Espace Vital/Patrick Morand. We wish to underscore the contribution of the firm Muséoconseil in developing the project.
Visit the City of Magog’s website to follow the progress of the work.
Activities
A citizen site of memory
The Merry House presents the social, cultural, and economic narrative of Magog and the Eastern Townships via an innovative approach. Through dynamic activities, visitors can take over the house and the site for educational, recreational, or community purposes, thus highlighting this heritage treasure.
School groups
General public
Permanent
Exhibition
The Merry House: A Wealth of History!
Antique furniture and native artifacts: our permanent exhibition combines technology with heritage to make you discover the history of Magog and its region as well as the life of the first occupants, from the Aboriginal Peoples to the 1920s.
Temporary
Exhibition
My life at the Textile
Work, laughter, and rebellion…
Discover through our first temporary exhibition the daily life of Magog’s textile workers, who will touch you with their stories and anecdotes of the past.
Outdoor
Mobile Experience
Support the Merry House
While collaborating with the City of Magog on restoration and expansion work, our team is working hard to put in place all the necessary tools for the smooth running of operations and organization of the numerous activities and events that are taking place.
Help us and give generously by becoming a member of the Merry House.