Cultural activities
The MEM invites you to take part in a host of activities and discover its original and diverse programming.
Celebrating Le Chaînon
Visit this celebration of Le Chaînon’s ninety-year history in the company of several Associates, the urban missionaries at its heart.
Micro-Kabaret in partnership with Kino Montréal and Cinémania
Discover six short films made during a week-long creative lab at the museum.
Violence against women: Still a critical issue
Three guests who work with women on a daily basis discuss violence against women and how it is changing.
Cooking with “Les Marmitonnes”
Come and cook a salsa with Les Marmitonnes, women who live or have lived at the Le Chaînon shelter.
In the Belly of the Hippocampus
Enjoy a memorable evening in the company of Raphaëlle de Groot, the artist behind Les constellations de l'hippocampe.
“We’re Still Here”
Alex Tigchelaar talks about her podcast featuring the stories of Montréal sex workers.
A Discussion with Our Ancestors
A day of lectures that invites you to discover three historical Montréal cemeteries through the lens of bioarcheology.
Mapping the Extraordinary City
Create a hand-drawn map to show what you love about your favourite Montréal neighbourhood.
Zero-Waste Holidays
Use items and materials you already have on hand to create original zero-waste gifts and gift wrapping.