Repurposing a Historical Building in the Eastern Townships
The Government of Canada supports the transformation of Magog's Merry House into a location for collective memory
(firmenpresse) - MAGOG, QUEBEC -- (Marketwired) -- 08/05/16 -- Department of Canadian Heritage
The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced $600,000 in funding for the Ville de Magog''s redevelopment of Merry House, a historical residence located in the heart of Magog.
This funding, made by the Government of Canada through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, will enable the Ville de Magog to construct a new annex featuring a multipurpose space, as well as to purchase modern museum display equipment.
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"The Government of Canada is pleased to help make Merry House a vital heritage and cultural site in the Eastern Townships. The work of redevelopment and the use of high-tech equipment will enable visitors to discover the history of Magog and its surroundings in a unique way."
- The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage
"Heritage institutions play a vital role in preserving our history and identity. Merry House, a jewel in the crown of the Eastern Township''s built heritage, will be better able to welcome Canadians together and provide them with greater access to the arts and culture-two sources of inspiration and reflection."
- The Honourable Denis Paradis, Member of Parliament (Brome-Missisquoi)
"The Government of Canada''s financial participation will serve as an extraordinary lever in the funding campaign that we launched a few months ago. This contribution also confirms the undeniable interest of what will become a ''citizen''s memorial.'' Once it gets redesigned according to a completely innovative concept, Merry House will make it possible to share the proud heritage and history of the settlement pattern, economic development and cultural practices of Magog and the region."
- Vicki-May Hamm, Mayor of Magog
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Datum: 05.08.2016 - 11:00 Uhr
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