General public
There is lots going on at the Merry House!
We would like visitors to make the site of memory their own and to play an active role in it by offering them exhibitions featuring residents’ accounts and juxtaposing new technology and artefacts as well as illustrations and antique objects. Family workshops and group tours. Free admission to exhibitions for residents of Magog.
The Merry House, circa 1880. Merry Family fonds. Magog Historical Society.
Guided tour
The interactive tour of the oldest house in urban Magog is combined with the exploration of the outdoor property, showcasing its historical heritage in a stunning natural setting.
Duration: 1 hour
Tours offered on an ongoing basis. Ask reception about the availability of interpreter-guides.
Reservations required for groups: 819 201-0727
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Mobile Experience
Put on your explorer hat for a practical and dynamic discovery of the Merry House’s history and archaeology. Connect to our free mobile experience and unveil additional photos and videos demonstrating the strategic importance of our patrimonial site.
Duration: 30 minutes
Offered on an ongoing basis, on your mobile device.
Causerie-visit My Life at the Textile
Working, having fun and rebelling ... In our temporary exhibition My Life at the Textile, discover the daily life of textile workers in Magog and their touching anecdotes of the past. This visit and informal chat lets you share memories and stories.
Duration: 90 minutes
Target audience: seniors
Reservation required : 819 201-0727
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Conferences
As a citizen site of memory, the Merry House is proud to offer three compelling lectures on the history and development of its city, Magog. For groups of 10 and more.
Duration : 1 hour
Rate : $ 150
Reservation required: 819-201-0727
The Merry family
Discover the Merry family’s story with various anecdotes of their daily life throughout the 19th century. Today considered as Magog’s founding family, the Merrys actively contributed to the city’s economic and social development. In French only.
Speaker: Geneviève Dorion Belisle, historian and Project Manager at the Merry House.
Between Memphrémagog and Orford: the History of the City of Magog
Through the Merry House, discover the evolution of a typical village in the Eastern Townships. Characterized by the beauty of its landscapes, Magog developed along its river and railway. In French only.
Speaker: Geneviève Dorion Belisle, Historian and Project Manager at the Merry House.
A House for Posterity: Preservation and Showcasing of the Merry House
In a context where Québec's built heritage is under threat, the City of Magog has successfully demonstrated its leadership in terms of preservation and showcasing.
What are the steps between the undefined status of a heritage building and its opening to the public? Learn more about the success of the Merry House project and its benefits throughout the community. In French only.
Speaker: Sophie Charbonneau, Executive Director of the Merry House
Family introductory workshop on archeology
The Mysteries Below Ground: an Archeology Workshop for Beginners
Immerse your family in the depths of Magog's history and discover our ancestors’ way of life by manipulating artefacts and learning the basics of archaeology. Not recommended for children 5 years and under.
Workshops offered continuously to families on weekends. Inquire at the reception for interpreter-guides' availability.
The Setller's Challenges
Put yourself in the shoes of the first settlers and take up three challenges, inspired by the Merry family's daily life upon their arrival in Magog. Using the provided materials, create an object to catch fish, build a temporary shelter and knit mittens to keep you warm. A total immersion in the 19th century.
Duration: 90 minutes
For groups of:10 to 60 youths
Cost: $ 6
Reservation required : 819 201-0727
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A site of memory and learning open to everyone
The Merry House presents fun and festive special event programming through three series of events. Shows, conferences, and workshops are waiting for you to rediscover our history.
Thank your for participating in our 2019 events. The events calendar for 2020 will be announced on the 11th of February.
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POSTPONED April 1-CONFERENCE-Eastern Townships: an Architectural Landscape Under Influences
Due to COVID-19, this event is postponed to a later date.
Eastern Townships: an Architectural Landscape Under Influence
The Eastern Townships is a very special region in the Quebec landscape. Shaped by settlers from the United States and the British, the region abounds in heritage treasures. What remains of this 19th and 20th century legacy? Thanks to Gérard Beaudet, you will be able to appreciate the riches left by the ancestors.
Speaker: Gérard Beaudet, professor at the Université de Montréal.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020,6 p.m.
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: Between $10.00
Reservation by buying tickets 819 201-0727.
POSTPONED May 7-WORKSHOP-Heritage and Territory an Integrated Approach
Due to COVID-19, this event is postponed to a later date.
by Action Patrimoine, offered by the City of Magog
This workshop will help you to better understand the close relationship that exists between land settlement issues, the enhancement of our built heritage and cultural landscapes. Theoretical and practical, this day aims at finding solutions and overall vision, for a responsible development of our territories in harmony with their history. (In French only).
Thursday, May 7, 2020, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Duration: 6 hours
Cost: $300 + tx
240 + tx, for members of Action Patrimoine
Reservation required from Action patrimoine (https://actionpatrimoine.ca/formations/patrimoine-et-territoire/)
June 21-New Exhibition: Ndakina. the Abenakis in the Eastern Townships
On this National Indigenous Peoples Day, be the first to visit our new exhibition at the Merry House: Ndakina. The Abenakis in the Eastern Townships. On the program: inauguration, traditional Abenaki songs and the presence of local elected officials and Abenaki.
Sunday, June 21, 3 p.m.
Duration: 60 minutes
Free
Reservation required 819 201-0727
August 1- THEATRE-Doohickeys and Ghosts: A Townships Trail Mystery.
Something has been amiss on the Townships Trail. Objects disappear or turning up in unexpected places. Someone or something is playing games, to the dismay of Olivia, the employee responsible for assisting visitors. Even Glenn Stevens, a ghost hunter, has been called. It's an investigation that is full of twists and turns, to the delight of young and old alike.
A theatrical animation of the Townships Trail in collaboration with Traces et Souvenances. (In French only).
Saturday, August 1, 2 p.m.
Duration: 45 minutes
Outdoor show (indoor in case of rain, maximum 50 people)
Audience: Unlimited outdoor, 50 indoor.
Target audience: families
Free
Exterior
Reservation recommended 819 201-0727
MERRY MUSICAL
The Merry musical series is presented in collaboration with Orford Music, thanks to the generosity of the Monty family.
Throughout the summer, five classical and jazz concerts will be presented at the Merry House. In their performances, artists will include repertories from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Every Thursday from July 9 to August 6, 2020, 6 pm
July 9-CONCERT-Bharath and his Rhythm Four, guitar, drums and harmonica
Bharath and his Rhythm Four is a Montreal blues band acclaimed by some of the biggest names in the musical genre. Their authentic style, purist approach and incomparable energy are inspired by the American bluesmen who rocked the juke joints of Chicago and the American Midwest.
Thursday, July 9, 2020, 6 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $25
Reservation by purchase of tickets 819 201-0727
July 16-CONCERT-Joel Quarrington, Contra bass
In a career spanning more than 30 years, Joel Quarrington has been contra bass soloist for many orchestras, including the renowned London Symphony Orchestra. His many recordings have earned him several awards and have made him a household name in the music world.
Thursday, July 16, 2020, 6 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $25
Reservation by purchase of tickets 819 201-0727
July 23-CONCERT-Lucie Robert, violin
Praised for her "wonderfully flexible approach to phrasing," violinist Lucie Robert has received enthusiastic praise from critics and audiences alike throughout her career. Lucie Robert has performed as a recitalist and chamber musician in the United States, Canada, Europe and the Far East, in addition to performing over thirty different works as a soloist with major orchestras throughout North America.
Thursday, July 23, 2020, 6 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $25
Reservation by purchase of tickets 819 201-0727
July 30-CONCERT-John Roney, piano jazz
John Roney is one of the best known and most respected names in the world of jazz piano. He has played and recorded with renowned artists such as Ginette Reno, Rémi Bolduc, Michel Donato and the Jazzlab of Effendi Records
With more than 50 recordings to his credit as a conductor, accompanist and composer, John Roney has made his mark in the jazz world.
Thursday, July 30, 2020, 6 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $25
Reservation by purchase of tickets 819 201-0727
August 6-CONCERT-Sara D. Buechner, classical piano
The concert pianist Sara Davis Buechner is known worldwide as a musician of "intelligence, integrity and technical prowess". With an active repertoire of more than 100 piano concertos, she plays as a soloist with leading orchestras. She has performed in some of North America's finest concert halls, including the world-famous Carnegie Hall.
Thursday, August 6, 2020, 6 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $25
Reservation by purchase of tickets 819 201-0727
SUMMER 2020-Guided Tour of Magog
Guided and historical tours of Magog
Follow colourful historical characters who will tell you anecdotes about the downtown area, while helping you discover its history and heritage!
Bring good walking shoes and an umbrella.
July 25 and September 20, 11 am
Duration: between 75 and 90 minutes.
Audience :
Walking tour: 25 participants
Charter tour: 24 participants
Target audience :
For all (not recommended for young children)
Cost :
17 years old and under: free
17 years old and over: $5
Reservation: required
https://magogculture.tuxedobillet.com/
September 27-WORKSHOP- Legends in stop-motion
In the atmosphere of our new exhibition, come discover Abenaki legends. Only for the Journées de la culture, you will be able to learn the stop motion technique by recreating a legend and leave with your video.
Sunday, September 27, 2020, 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Duration: 30 minutes
Cost: Included in the admission fee
Not suitable for children under the age of 6.
Reservation recommended 819 201-0727
October 23-BENEFIT EVENT-À la nôtre! Scotch Tastings
The Merry House is proud to invite you to its second benefit event on Friday, October 23rd, for a scotch tasting.
Hosted by the Club de whiskey du King Hall, the evening will take the form of a pairing of bouchées and scotches, in collaboration with Chef David Vinas.
Friday, October 23, 2020, 5:30 p.m.
Duration :4 hours
Cost: $250
Reservation by buying tickets 819 201-0727
November 4-CONFERENCE-Rally and Mobilize for the Sustainability of Ndakina, the Abenaki's Ancestral Territory.
Rally and mobilize for the sustainability of Ndakina, the Abenaki's ancestral territory.
Through this conference, Suzie O'Bonsawin introduces you to the Abenaki Nation and its ancestral territory... She explains the collaborative approach of the Nation, the future prospects, as well as the various research projects conducted by the Ndakina Office of the Grand Conseil de la nation Waban-Aki Nation.
Speaker; Suzie O'Bomsawin
Director of the Ndakina Office, Grand Conseil of the Waban-Aki Nation
Wednesday, November 4, 6 p.m.
Duration: 60 minutes
Target audience: adults and seniors
Cost: $10.00
Reservation by buying tickets 819 201-0727
December 13-WORKSHOP-Christmas at the Merry's
From the many traditions of Christmas, we choose to craft our own Christmas decorations and greeting cards to put us in the mood for the holidays. Young and old will experience joy and happiness!
Sunday, December 13, 2020, 10: am to 5 pm
Cost:
Family (4 people): $30
Additional child: $6
Adult single: $10
Child single: $10
Duration: 60 minutes
Target audience: Activity reserved for families (for children 6 and over).
Reservation by buying tickets 819 201-0727
The Merry House, circa 1880. Merry Family fonds. Magog Historical Society.