Historical Lecture by Roger Blanchette Theme: Women and unions Date: March 12, 2025 at 7:30pm Discover the little-known story of the women who have played an important role in Quebec’s union history in this lecture by Roger Blanchette, offered as part of International Women’s Day (March 8). **Lecture will be in French** Location: 3rd floor… Continue reading Historical Lecture by Roger Blanchette
With historian Roger Blanchette as your guide, you and your children will have the opportunity to learn a little more about the history of Symmes Inn and the important people who developed the region, as well as the way of life in the 19th century. The tour will focus primarily on our permanent exhibition. **The… Continue reading Family guided tour with Roger Blanchette
Visiting Old Aylmer this Friday and Saturday as part of the Feux sur Glace festival? Come warm up at the Symmes Inn Museum and discover our special FIRE & ICE exhibition. From our collection, we’ve selected a variety of artifacts related to these two elements! We’ll be open Friday, February 21st, from 5 p.m. to… Continue reading Special Exhibit : Fire and Ice
Historical lecture by Lynne Rodier Theme : Hydroelectricity at the Deschênes Rapids Date : February 19th 2025 at 7:30 pm The Conroy family farm prepares for a major transformation of its industrial facilities at the Deschênes Rapids. Their prosperous dairy farm bordered the mighty rapids, and the Conroy brothers, recent graduates of McGill University, analyzed… Continue reading Historical Lecture by Lynne Rodier
Come and test your general and historical knowledge at our trivia night for heritage month! Gather your team of 2 to 4 participants and join us on Saturday, February 8th at 7pm. We will have prizes for the winners as well as general prizes. Cost: $20 per team, advance reservation required via Zeffy. When: Saturday,… Continue reading Trivia Night
Photographic exhibition: Lost Heritage Photographs by Stella Provost Immerse yourself in the silent history of abandoned houses through the lens of Stella Provost. Featuring a series of moving photographs, this exhibition highlights the melancholy beauty of these deserted places, witnesses to the passage of time and buried stories. During your visit, you’ll be invited to… Continue reading Photo Exhibit : Lost Heritage
The Symmes Inn Museum presents a festive macramé workshop where participants can create three Santa Clause decorations. The class will be given by Amélie Girard of Macramé Vibe, a local craftswoman. Come discover or rediscover the art of macramé at the Symmes Inn Museum, accompanied by a festive hot drink! We’re happy to kick off… Continue reading Festive Macramé Workshop
Come and test your Halloween knowledge at our trivia evening! Gather your team of 2 to 4 participants and join us on Saturday, October 26 at 7pm. Please note that the event will be in French. Door prizes on site, plus a prize for the winning team! Cost: $20 per team, advance reservation required When:… Continue reading Halloween Trivia Night
