The Sherbrooke Museum of Nature and Science is a downtown museum in a former factory overlooking the Magog River gorge. Its focus on nature, science and natural-heritage collections makes it a distinctive indoor stop while you explore Sherbrooke.
- Address: 225 rue Frontenac, Sherbrooke, Québec, J1H 1K1.
- What it covers: Nature, sciences and natural heritage.
- Admission: Daily tickets are priced by age and visitor category; Canadian currency applies.
- Access: The museum reports full accessibility for people with physical disabilities and mental-health issues.
What to expect at the museum
The museum presents nature and science through its collections and exhibitions, with a mission to make their discovery accessible. Its setting adds an industrial layer to the visit: it occupies the former Julius Kayser hosiery factory, overlooking the Magog River gorge in downtown Sherbrooke.
The institution grew from the Musée du Séminaire de Sherbrooke, whose predecessor promoted conservation and awareness of natural sciences for more than 120 years. It became the Sherbrooke Museum of Nature and Science in fall 2002.
The museum’s full French name is Musée de la nature et des sciences de Sherbrooke. Its downtown address is 225 rue Frontenac, Sherbrooke, Québec, J1H 1K1. The Sherbrooke city centre guide covers the wider downtown area.
Exhibitions and activities
Exhibitions are the best way to explore the museum’s nature-and-science focus, but individual offerings can change. Check the museum’s official site for current exhibitions and activity details.
The museum also provides access to a wider local museum circuit through the Passeport – Quartier des musées. It covers three institutions: the Musée des beaux-arts de Sherbrooke, the Musée d’histoire de Sherbrooke and the Musée de la nature et des sciences de Sherbrooke. Check the museum’s official site before purchasing, as current terms may change.
Opening hours and admission
Admission prices vary by age and category, and the museum says its hours and prices may change without notice. Before setting out, check the official site before you go for current hours, prices and any activity changes.
Opening hours
- Monday and Wednesday to Sunday: 9:00–17:00
- Tuesday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Daily admission is free for children ages 0–3, CAD $10.35 for ages 4–17, CAD $17.25 for adults ages 18–54, CAD $12.65 for students with valid student ID, and CAD $14.95 for seniors age 55 and older.
A family ticket for two adults and two children is CAD $48.30, with each additional child charged CAD $2. Prices are in Canadian currency.
The museum says visitors can use free parking. It also says it has been accredited by Kéroul since 2003 and is totally accessible to people with physical disabilities and mental-health issues; qualifying companions receive free admission. For questions about access or your visit, call 819-564-3200 or toll-free at 1-877-434-3200.
How do you get from Lennoxville to the museum?
The museum is in downtown Sherbrooke, at 225 rue Frontenac. From Motel Lennoxville, Sherbrooke city centre is about 7 minutes by car; the museum’s address can help you plan the final part of your trip. The motel offers rooms in Lennoxville for guests visiting Sherbrooke.
The museum says visitors can use free parking.
Planning a museum visit downtown
Start by checking the museum’s current schedule and admission details, then allow time to explore the exhibitions at your own pace. If you are combining museums, the Passeport – Quartier des musées covers the city’s art, history and nature-and-science museums; confirm its current terms directly with the museum.
For a visit with someone who has an access requirement, the museum’s stated accessibility and companion-admission policy can help you plan. Call the museum if you need to confirm how the policy applies to your circumstances. The Société d'histoire de Sherbrooke is another cultural landmark in the city; its visit guide covers the museum.
FAQs
Where is the Sherbrooke Museum of Nature and Science?
It is at 225 rue Frontenac in downtown Sherbrooke, Québec. The museum is housed in the former Julius Kayser hosiery factory overlooking the Magog River gorge.
How much are tickets to the museum?
Daily admission ranges from free for ages 0–3 to CAD $17.25 for adults ages 18–54. Student, senior and family rates are also available; check the museum’s official site for current prices.
Is the museum accessible?
The museum says it is totally accessible to people with physical disabilities and mental-health issues, and offers free admission to qualifying companions.
Does the museum have parking?
Yes. The museum says visitors can use free parking.