Archaeology and criminal investigations
ArchéoMusée Roussillon RS
Traveling exhibition market
Traces and memories of the seigneurial system in Québec
Traveling exhibition
About the exhibition
The seigneurial system in Quebec, a way of life established around 1620 in New France, was officially abolished in 1854. It must be noted that remnants of this system persisted beyond its abolition, some even to this day.
The exhibition highlights traces of the seigneurial system, including the payment of seigneurial rents or “taxes” until the end of the 20th century, the maintenance of certain privileges within a few families and religious communities, etc.
This exhibition is the result of a partnership between the Museum and Benoit Grenier, historian and professor at the University of Sherbrooke.
Theme:
The seigneurial system in Quebec
1854 to today
The seigneurial landscape in Quebec
Memories and legacies
Required exhibition space:
30 to 60 m² (325 to 645 ft²)
Contents:
4 easy-to-install freestanding modules
29 video clips
16 interpretive panels
4 interactive consultation stations (4 computers + 4 touch screens)
Original artifacts from seigneurial families
1 table with puzzle
Accompanying materials
Activity book for children
Bilingual exhibition
French and English
Target audience:
School groups
Intergenerational groups
General public interested in Quebec history and intangible heritage
About the institution
Le musée de la Mémoire vivante se consacre à la collecte, à la conservation et à la mise en valeur des témoignages sous toutes leurs formes : orales, écrites et graphiques. Afin de transmettre des repères culturels aux générations futures, il donne la parole à tous ceux et celles qui désirent partager leur récit de vie, leurs savoirs et leurs savoir-faire.
