The Mhist – Sherbrooke History Museum: A Must-See Destination in the Eastern Townships!
The Mhist – Sherbrooke History Museum is a must-see destination in the Eastern Townships for learning, understanding, and exploring the history of the region. Through its diverse exhibitions, guided activities and city tours, as well as its heritage-focused events, the Mhist demonstrates that history is accessible to everyone.
Sherbrooke Memories
Permanent Exhibition
Discover or rediscover the history of Sherbrooke through the people who built, dreamed of, shaped, and chose this city. The exhibition features hundreds of photographs, testimonies about daily life and the development of local neighbourhoods, examples of businesses and industries that flourished in Sherbrooke, and much more. Visitors can also step into the role of a curious switchboard operator by listening to conversations on a real telephone switchboard or watch the Abenaki legend of the Lone Pine come to life before their eyes through voice recognition technology.
To Your Machines!
The exhibition To Your Machines! explores Sherbrooke’s industrial history and the impact of industrialization on the lives of its inhabitants. Through six themes, visitors can discover more than 200 photographs and historical documents, personal accounts from former workers and specialists, and stories that bring this important period to life. A fascinating look at the people, industries, and transformations that helped shape Sherbrooke’s history
Christmas in People’s Hearts
November 19, 2026 to January 10, 2027
The exhibition Christmas in People’s Hearts immerses visitors in the traditions, memories, and emotions associated with the holiday season in Sherbrooke and the Eastern Townships. Through objects, photographs, and stories, it highlights how Christmas has been experienced across generations, from family gatherings and local customs to meaningful moments in community life. A warm immersion into the history of celebrations that have shaped the region’s collective imagination.
Alexandre Street
February 4 to April 18, 2027
The temporary exhibition Alexandre Street features a photographic exploration of one of Sherbrooke’s streets through the eyes of photographers Ruth Laliberté and Normand Métivier. Over the course of a year, they captured its many facets, from buildings, mailboxes, graffiti, local businesses, and urban landscapes to, above all, the people who bring the street to life. A visual portrait revealing the character, details, and everyday stories of Alexandre Street.
Guided Tours, Storytelling and Conferences
Would you like to discover Sherbrooke and its historic neighbourhoods through an outdoor guided tour? The Mhist offers several tours highlighting Sherbrooke’s architectural, industrial, religious, and commercial heritage. During July and August, three tours are offered on a rotating schedule and free of charge, courtesy of our partner Desjardins. Private or customized tours are also available — inquire for more information.
Each month, the Mhist presents conferences connected to its exhibitions or simply about local history. In the coming months, guest speakers will discuss topics including the history of baseball, First Nations, and antique toys.
Several activities are also offered throughout the year as part of events such as the Journées de la culture, Children’s Day, and more. Follow the website or social media channels to stay informed about upcoming activities.
The Sherbrooke History Museum is also…
An archival centre bringing together 600 documentary fonds, 1.3 million photographs, a large collection of newspapers, 8,000 maps and plans, and more than 3,500 collection objects, among others. These elements are of course highlighted in exhibitions, but they are also accessible to researchers, the curious, and history enthusiasts.
