Société des musées du Québec

MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises

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The MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises mobilizes Montreal’s inhabitants, who in turn help highlight the value of the city’s plural identities. We collect and present first-hand accounts from a range of communities to tell the history of Montreal.

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  • To carry out its mission, the MEM prioritizes citizens’ voices, past and present. We capture the essence of “Montreality” -- the many different facets of the city in all their diversity. Whether you hail from Montreal or have adopted the city as your own, you’re part of its history. The MEM wants to hear your voice and share your memories.The MEM your museum 100% Montréal!
  • What is, who is Montréal? The MEM offers a journey through different ways of providing answers to this question.
  • Detours – Urban Experiences: an immersive exhibition that takes you into the world of Montrealers with singular backgrounds.
  • A mile in my shoes: Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes and discover the world through their eyes.
  • Archaeology in the Faubourg Saint-Laurent -19th century lives and artefacts : Discover the daily lives of Faubourg Saint-Laurent residents from 1780 to 1910, through artefact collections from three archaeological sites.
  • Joseph Rouleau: Final Encore: A virtual reality experience and exhibition retracing the career and life of opera singer Joseph Rouleau.