Lectures
“By and for” Movement: Creating Political and Cultural Spaces for Marginalized Communities
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
The “by and for” concept refers to an approach whereby marginalized communities use their knowledge, experience and aspirations to take back power by creating spaces that meet their needs. What does “by and for” mean and where did the concept originate? Who is behind organization efforts in different communities? What does the expression “focused on marginalized communities” mean?
During this round table discussion, co-organized by Stella, l’amie de Maimie, the organizers of various social movements will talk about lessons learned from human rights struggles. It is an opportunity to get inspired and imagine more inclusive futures together.
Event
Lectures
Dates
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
Address
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
1210, Saint-Laurent blvd,
Montreal, QC H2X 2S5
Regular Schedule
From Jun 14 to Oct 13
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 - 20:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 20:00
Thursday
11:00 - 20:00
Friday
11:00 - 20:00
Saturday
11:00 - 20:00
Sunday
11:00 - 20:00
From Oct 14 to Jun 15
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
11:00 - 20:00
Thursday
11:00 - 20:00
Friday
11:00 - 20:00
Saturday
11:00 - 20:00
Sunday
11:00 - 18:00
Holidays Schedule
Dec 25
Closed
Jan 1
Closed
Facilities
Temporary exhibition
from Sep 26, 2023 to Jan 31, 2027
Detours - Urban experiences
DETOURS – URBAN EXPERIENCES IS AN IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION THAT TAKES YOU INTO THE WORLD OF MONTREALERS WITH SINGULAR BACKGROUNDS.
Permanent exhibition
MONTRÉAL
The permanent exhibition MONTRÉAL invites you to explore the city from the inside. Meet its citizens and discover what distinguishes and unites them, and what has shaped Montréal’s unique identity over the course of its history.
Temporary exhibition
from Oct 21, 2025 to Mar 15, 2026
By and For: 30 Years of Sex Worker Resistance
An exhibition by Stella, l’amie de Maimie, developed with the support of the MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises.
Others
History and Heritage: A Civic Matter! With the Atelier d’histoire Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve
The MEM will be holding monthly gatherings with citizens who are involved in promoting and preserving their neighbourhood’s history and heritage.
Facility activities
See You Later, Mom and Dad! Holiday season activity for kids aged 6 to 12
Want to explore the museum at a faster pace than your kids? Leave them with us!
Others
A cave in Montréal?!
Meet the spelunkers of the Saint-Léonard cavern and visit an exhibition on the caves and their ecosystems.
Others
Cabaret La Perle
Attend a burlesque show that pays tribute to the 30-year history of the organization Stella, l’amie de Maimie.
Facility activities
Come Sketch the MEM! With Urban Sketchers Montréal
Want to sketch the museum and the city through our windows? Everyone is welcome, regardless of drawing level or experience!
Lectures
History and Heritage: A Civic Matter! With the Société d’histoire Saint-Paul-Émard and The Main and Mile End Memories
The MEM will be holding monthly gatherings with citizens who are involved in promoting and preserving their neighbourhood’s history and heritage.