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.

Maison Merry vers 1880. Fonds Famille Merry. La Société d'histoire de 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 19^th 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.

Admission fees

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, OPENED TO ALL

The Merry House presents a program of fun and festive special events, which include three types of activities. Shows, talks and workshops are waiting for you to make you rediscover our local history.

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several 2020 special events are canceled, except the following:

2020 EVENT CALENDAR

September and October : Archeo-quiz

Test your knowledge of the past with your family and participate in our brand new quiz*. Discover the fascinating work of archeologists; learn more about the finds unearthed at the Merry House, the history of Magog and the Merry family. As a part of the Journées de la Culture.

The activity will be offered the following dates :

Friday, September 25, at 11 AM
Friday October 9, at 11 AM
Monday, October 12, at 11 AM
Every Sunday from September 27 to October 25, at 11 AM

* In french only

Christmas at the Merry’s

From the many traditions of Christmas, we choose 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.

The Merry House, circa 1880. Merry Family fonds. Magog Historical Society.