In 2005, the Musée des Deux-Rives welcomed some 50,000
visitors to 12 public presentations. What a wonderful way to
celebrate the 25th anniversary of the institution! 2006 will
be notable with several exhibitions and cultural events.
The Musée des Deux-Rives… A museum like no other
museum.
EXHIBITIONS (top
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A
virtual exhibition on the birth of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
due to industrialization (Virtual Museum of Canada)
My City, signed, The Youth (May
and June 2006)
(info to come)
My North Neighbourhood (working title) (Fall 2006)
(info to come)
The Practice of Medicine—from
the Country to the City (working title) (2007)
(info to come)
The Woven Works of Marie
Dionne (working title) (2007)
(info to come)
Expo-Encounter
Carole Latulipe, Artist on Canvas
Date : February 12 to March 30,
2006
Advance Showing : February 12, 2006 at 1:00 P.M.
Place : Armand-Frappier Library • 80 Saint Thomas Street,
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
Cost : No Charge
ART FESTIVAL (top
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During the second week of August in Sauvé Park,
the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Art Festival presents an artistic
and gastronomic happening, all in a garden party atmosphere.
Sponsored by the Caisse Notre-Dame de Bellerive and in association
with the City of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield and the Musée
des Deux-Rives, the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Art Festival hosts
more than 75 artists specialized in the visual arts, those
from the region as well as from elsewhere in Quebec, to exhibit
their works and meet the public. Moreover, it is an occasion
to scintillate your taste buds thanks to the participation
of the regional agroalimentary producers. Musical performances
and animated crowd-pleasers further enhance the event. The
atmosphere is that of a festive village.
All of the activities of the Art Festival are without charge.
The local delicacies are offered at a minimal cost (.50, $1.00,
$2.00).
Open from 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Saturday and from 11:00
A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, the Valleyfield Art Festival is
a visual feast as well as a culinary treat. Don't miss the
next rendition.
For information : SRC (Recreation and Community Services) – 370-4855
PUBLICATIONS (top
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Currently available…
Histoire d'eau (Blue
Gold—A
Story of Water)
Text : Geneviève Desrosiers and Michel Vallée
Scientific Advisor : Pauline Desjardins
50 pages
L'histoire industrielle de la région de Beauharnois-Salaberry
mise en contexte avec l'histoire du Québec et de la
Montérégie (The Industrial History of the Beauharnois-Salaberry
region in conjunction with that of Quebec and the Montérégie)
Includes a CD game on our industrial heritage
May 2006
Ma ville par les jeunes (My City, signed, The Youth)
A book of creative photography on Salaberry-de-Valleyfield conceived
by 10 young people.
(Scheduled for June 2006)
OTHER ACTIVITIES (top
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More to come!
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (top
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The Educational Service of the Musée
des Deux-Rives has several animated packages and guided tours
available, specifically conceived with different age groups
in mind. Ask about the possibility of activities designed to
meet your needs.
Plunk, the Water Droplet that Can Move an Industry
Level
of schooling: 1st grade
Short Description: With the travels
of Plunk, the water droplet, through the factory turbines
and the hydroelectric centrals, children discover the importance
of water in the birth and maintenance of industrialization
in Canada. An interactive game designed in conformity with
the Quebec Ministry of Education syllabus leads the child
to embrace this new friend.
I graff, you graff,
he graffs…
Level of schooling: 2nd grade
Short Description: With the discovery of the art of graffiti,
young people learn the value of preserving our industrial heritage
dating from the end of the 19th to the mid 20th century, while
simultaneously introducing themselves to this important era
of Canadian history. An interactive game compatible with the
Quebec Ministry of Education curriculum allows the child to
understand and have fun at the same time. Provision is made
for a graffiti workshop at the end of each session.
A Canal in the City
Suitable for all age groups
Short Description: By means of an interactive tour and an amusing
quiz, visitors discover the historic downtown section of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
and the former Beauharnois Canal built in the very heart
of the city during the 1830's. This superb educational and
interactive visit gives one a better understanding of the
industrial heritage of Quebec.
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