The Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke is a local history museum at 275, rue Dufferin in Sherbrooke, Québec. Its exhibitions trace the city’s past through personal stories, neighbourhood memories and industrial history.
At a glance
- Address: 275, rue Dufferin, Sherbrooke, Québec, J1H 4M5.
- Permanent exhibition: “Mémoires sherbrookoises.”
- Exhibition rooms: Wednesday to Sunday, with different hours on weekdays and weekends.
- Adult admission: $12; family admission: $25.
What the Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke is
The museum preserves, studies, showcases and promotes the documentary and ethnological heritage of the Sherbrooke region. In June 2019, it adopted the name Mhist-Musée d’histoire de Sherbrooke to reflect its vision, activities and role as a museum.
That local focus shapes the visit: the exhibitions connect the city’s development with the people who lived and worked there. If you’re planning a wider city visit, the Sherbrooke city centre guide covers downtown as a separate stop.
Exhibitions and collections
“Mémoires sherbrookoises,” the permanent exhibition, tells Sherbrooke’s history through accounts from people who imagined, chose, lived in and built the city. The museum also presents three to four temporary exhibitions per year alongside this permanent display.
Two virtual exhibitions extend the local-history themes. “Mémoires de Quartiers” shares residents’ memories of Sherbrooke’s boroughs, while “Tous à vos machines!” looks at the city’s industrial history and the people who experienced it.
Services include VIP guided tours, school and group visits by reservation, archival consultation and research services, and an on-site boutique. The archives service has its own schedule, so check its appointment requirements separately from the exhibition hours.
Hours, admission and access
The exhibition rooms are closed Monday and Tuesday. They open Wednesday through Friday from 10 h to 12 h and 13 h to 16 h 30, and Saturday and Sunday from 12 h to 16 h 30.
Opening hours
- Wednesday to Friday: 10:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:30
- Saturday and Sunday: 12:00–16:30
- Monday and Tuesday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for seniors aged 65 and over, $6 for students with a card, and $5 for children aged 7 to 17. Children aged 6 and under enter free; family admission is $25. The museum also notes “+ Carte de membre.”
Archives appointments are available Monday and Tuesday only; the service is open Wednesday through Friday from 10 h to 12 h and 13 h to 16 h 30, and closed on weekends.
The museum is described as partially accessible. Free parking is available, with access from rue Bank. Hours, prices and access details can change, so check the official site before you go.
How do you get to the Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke from Lennoxville?
The museum is at 275, rue Dufferin in Sherbrooke. From a hotel in Lennoxville, it’s about a 9-minute drive. Free parking is available at the museum, with access from rue Bank.
Pairing the visit with downtown Sherbrooke
You can make the history museum the focus of a Sherbrooke outing and plan a downtown stop separately. The museum’s exhibitions offer a regional-history visit, while a first-visit guide to Sherbrooke city centre can help you plan time in the centre. Keep the museum’s gallery hours in mind when arranging the day.
FAQs
What is the Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke called now?
It took the name Mhist-Musée d’histoire de Sherbrooke in June 2019.
Is the museum open on Mondays?
Open Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday. The archives service is available by appointment only.
How much does admission cost?
Adult admission is $12, and family admission is $25. Reduced prices and free admission are available for some age groups and students.
Does the museum have parking?
Yes. Free parking is available, with access from rue Bank.