Event description
From September to April, the MEM and the Laboratoire d’histoire et de patrimoine de Montréal at UQAM will be holding a one-day event each month to explore citizens’ involvement in history and heritage. Historical societies and Montréal heritage organizations will be at the museum to talk about their missions, areas of expertise and activities: the production, presentation and sharing of historical knowledge; participation in cultural and community life; and actions to protect our heritage. Come and chat with their members... and perhaps get involved!
In February, come and learn about the activities of the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Montréal-Nord and the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Verdun. Both historical societies are focused on genealogy and have a variety of kid-friendly educational activities lined up.
Between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., come and chat with their members at the booths in our public spaces, and take part in the family genealogy workshop at 2 p.m.
About the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Montréal-Nord
The Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Montréal-Nord is a non-profit organization founded on August 28, 2001. It promotes the teaching of history and genealogy; mutual support among members; research on families and ancestors; and the sharing of historical and genealogical knowledge through talks, visits to schools and historical tours. The Société also publishes a newsletter featuring articles on history, genealogy and research; holds themed exhibitions; and is active in showcasing and conserving heritage assets.
About the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Verdun
Founded in 1995 by individuals passionate about Verdun, the Société d’histoire et de généalogie has a mission to raise public awareness about treasures from the past; encourage conservation of the neighbourhood’s valuable heritage assets; promote and develop historical and/or genealogical knowledge; and showcase Verdun’s cultural and natural heritage.
About the Laboratoire d’histoire et de patrimoine de Montréal at UQAM
This series of gatherings is part of the ECHiPa project (Engagement citoyen en histoire et patrimoine), led by the Laboratoire d’histoire et de patrimoine de Montréal. The project aims to document and better understand the multiple facets of citizens’ involvement in history and heritage.
To learn more about the ECHiPa project, visit the website of Laboratoire d’histoire et de patrimoine de Montréal
Upcoming gatherings:
- March 14 – Quebec Anglophone Heritage Network
- April 11 – Société d’histoire d’Ahuntsic-Cartierville and Société patrimoine et histoire de l’Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève
This activity is part of the MEM – UQAM agreement.