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.
Family introductory workshop on archeology
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.
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.
Friday october 18 - Scotch Tasting (Benefit Event)
The Merry House is very proud to invite you to its first annual fundraising event on Friday, October 18th. In the form of a scotch tasting, the evening will be co-chaired by comedian Dany Turcotte and singer-songwriter-composer Patrice Michaud.
Hosted by the Club de Whisky du King Hall, the evening will begin at 5:30 pm. Several tastings are planned for the guests, as well as a food and scotch pairing, presented by Chef David Vinas. An animation on Scottish history will also be presented by Daniel Audet, from the Ruée vers Gould.
Less than a year after its official opening, the Merry House buzzes with activities: special events, school programs, activities for touristic groups, preparation of a new exhibition, packages with local partners and so on.
We strongly believe that the support of the community contributes to the accomplishment of our mission and the realization of all our projects. This first benefit event will help us fund next year's programming (exhibition, activities and events).
As our honorary presidents say so well:
Dany Turcotte: "Raising money by raising our glasses is anything but a nightmare! "
Patrick Michaud: "Ancestral house, Scotch aged in oak barrels; all you need to stay young! "
Ticket purchase
Only 50 tickets will go on sale at a cost of $ 250.
For any other information, please contact Julie Villeneuve at 819-201-0727, ext. 106 or by email at info@maisonmerry.ca.
Nov. 22 - I remember... the Textile workers
I Remember… the Textile Workers
The Merry House highlights the contribution of textile workers during a 5 to 7, followed by a viewing of Denys Arcand's documentary film On est au coton.
Friday, November 22, 2019, 5:30 pm
Fee-based activity: $10
(free for former Textile workers)
Reservations: 819-201-0727
Please note that the activity is presented in french only.
December 4th - Food in Canada in the 19th Century.
The Food of the First Settlers
When the Merry family settled in 1799, they lived from what they could grow and harvest. Soon, the region became more properous and the locals got access to a larger variety of products. Then, we saw a transition operating in eating habits. What was the impact of American and British influences in our diet? The speaker-storyteller Eric Michaud spices up his presentation with touches of humor and crunchy stories!
Speaker: Eric Michaud, storyteller
December 4th (details to come), 6 pm
Fee-based activity: $10
Reservations: 819-201-0727
Please note that the conference is presented in french only
*Keep your ticket after the conference. Taverne 1855 offers a 10% discount on your meal (drinks not included). A great way to end the evening!
December 8 - Christmas at the Merry's
From the many traditions of Christmas, we choose to decorate cookies and greeting cards to put us in the mood for the holidays. Young and old will experience joy and happiness!
This activity is for families only.
Artisan: Les Délices de Wendy
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm
Fee-based activity:
Family (4 people): $30
Additional child: $6
Adult single: $10
Child single: $10
Reservations: 819-201-0727. Not recommended for children 5 years and under
Please note that the activity is presented in french only.
