Welcome
|
Located in the Eastern Townships of Quebec, the Society's aims are:
|
Located in an 19th century home which has served as a hospital and an inn over the years, the Museum has been furnished with donations from the community as a typical home in the era of the last century. The Society offers guided tours of the Museum during the summers as well as group tours to schools and other organizations. Address: 1296 Rte. 243, Melbourne Township |
The society maintains an archive with historical papers and documents of particular interest to Richmond County. These documents include paper records (letters, diaries, journals and other unpublished written materials); photographs and other visual records; maps, plans and architectural records; sound recordings and oral history tapes; printed material (eg. local newspapers, books), electronically stored data and the records of the Richmond County Historical Society. Address: 1257 Rte. 243, Melbourne Township |
The society has a selection of publications relating to the history of Richmond County that are available for purchase at the museum or by contacting the society directly. |
