Cultures and stories
Visit historical sites, museums and art galleries to discover the rich history and culture of the region.
Historic site: Macdonell-Williamson House Heritage Site
Musée régional d’Argenteuil
Opening hours: March to December, Tuesday to Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Argenteuil Regional Museum has an impressive collection of over 6,800 objects that bear witness to the adventure, ingenuity and artistic talents of the region’s inhabitants. Various exhibitions of objects are spread across the nine permanent exhibition rooms of this Georgian-style building. Housed in a historic building commonly known as the Caserne de Carillon, the Argenteuil Regional Museum has been in existence since 1938.
Carillon Canal National Historic Site
Le parc de Carillon is the perfect place to stop by the water and enjoy a family picnic. Several family and sports activities are available on site, including volleyball, soccer, badminton, pétanque, and mo
Monastère Vierge Marie La Consolatrice
Located in the beautiful Laurentians region, our monastery covers 100 hectares of dense forest. The property, once in ruins, has been meticulously restored thanks to the love, sacrifice, and hard work of our growing community and dedicated volunteers.