Art, culture & heritage

Cultural Gems

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Housed in three 19th-century buildings, the Missisquoi Museum retells the life of the pioneers and the history of the county of Missisquoi and its surrounding area. Its mission is to gather, preserve, analyze and exhibit anything of heritage and historical interest. The museum features over 20,000 artefact items and archives located in the three buildings. Come visit the Cornell Mill, Hodge’s General Store and the 12-sided Walbridge Barn.

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Vignoble Le Cep d'Argent

Within the Vignoble Le Cep d'Argent, the interpretation center of the traditional Champagne method opens its doors on the universe of Champagne, the cradle of Jean-Paul and François Scieur, winemakers-owners. Besides the history of this famous region of France, the Interpretation Centre focuses on the controlled designation of the origin of Champagne while all stages of the production of sparkling wines are deployed and explained as well as the different techniques of serving and tasting. The visit, free admission, is an inspiration to continue the discovery of the Champenois universe of the Eastern Townships.

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Capelton Mine

Capelton Mines…a journey beneath the earth and mining history of Québec! Take a trip below the ground into the 150-year-old Capelton Mine. Discover the mining, natural, and geological heritage of our site and take part in the Prospector Tour, enjoy the activity trail, and visit the small historical museum. Come spend an unforgettable day!

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Salle Maurice-O'Bready, Centre culturel de l'Université de Sherbrooke

The Centre culturel de l’Université de Sherbrooke encompasses the Maurice O'Bready concert hall, four fireplaces, one lounge and an art gallery. Its annual program is characterized by a diversity of performances, including dance, song, drama, humor and music. In addition, the Cultural Center hosts several productions and group activities, implemented by schools and organizations of the region.

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Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke

Land/Medicines will be the theme addressed at the Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke by artists Eruoma Awashish, Haley Bassett, Lisa-Maude Aubin-Bérubé, Glenna Cardinal, Jay Havens, Cheyenne Rain LeGrande and Jesse Tungilik. Discover the sensitive and dramatic world of master engraver and painter Louis-Pierre Bougie (1946-2021) in this exhibition paying tribute to his career. Discover more than forty works by the artist, including several previously unpublished.

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Murales de Sherbrooke

In downtown Sherbrooke, the 18 immense frescoes bring to light the rich heritage of the urban landscape of the city’s old neighborhoods. Discover unique works of art in a variety of ways through fun and interactive experiences and animations! Unique attractions that transform the city center into a true street museum. Wall to wall, art, history and culture of Sherbrooke unveil!

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Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre

Housed in a stately and elegant heritage house in Sherbrooke (1862), Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre combines history with local cultural and artistic traditions. The centre generates a sense of community spirit and acts as a base for creative activities for its members, its user groups and the community at large. Uplands is a unique cultural establishment - we exhibit the works of regional artists, the English tea experience (group rates), various cultural activities, as well as an impressive collection of antiques belonging to the Lennoxville-Ascot Historical and Museum Society.

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Cultural Gems

Missisquoi Museum

Vignoble Le Cep d'Argent

Capelton Mine

Salle Maurice-O'Bready, Centre culturel de l'Université de Sherbrooke

Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke

Murales de Sherbrooke

Uplands Cultural and Heritage Centre

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