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Lecture : The History of Witches in Europe

Pointe-à-callière, Montreal archaeology and history complex

Lecture : The History of Witches in Europe

Explore one of the darkest periods in European history: The Witch Hunt.
Delve into the heart of history with this captivating lecture, exploring the great witch hunts that left their mark on Europe from the 15th to the 17th centuries. Learn how religious and social tensions forged the diabolical image of witches, find out why women were the main victims, and gain an understanding of the relentless mechanisms of the era’s judicial system. A unique opportunity to examine the issues and impact of this intense hunt that was part of our shared history!

Emmanuelle Friant

Emmanuelle Friant, Ph.D., holds a doctorate in modern history and a degree in English and North American studies. Founder of the Collectif d’Anthropologie et d’Histoire du Spirituel et des Affects (CAHSA), she specializes in the study of European and North American mindsets, sensibilities, and sociocultural and religious practices. She is a lecturer and has also taught history at the university level for 12 years, including 6 years at the Université de Montréal.

Not to be missed!

In French.

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Pointe-à-callière, Montreal archaeology and history complex
350, Place royale,
Vieux-Montréal, QC H2Y 3Y5

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From Jan 1 to Dec 31
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00
Saturday
11:00 - 17:00
Sunday
11:00 - 17:00
From Jun 24 to Sep 4
Monday
10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00
Thursday
10:00 - 18:00
Friday
10:00 - 18:00
Saturday
11:00 - 18:00
Sunday
11:00 - 18:00

Holidays Schedule

Apr 10
10:00 - 17:00
May 22
10:00 - 17:00
Sep 4
10:00 - 18:00
Oct 9
10:00 - 17:00
Dec 24
11:00 - 17:00
Dec 26
12:00 - 17:00
Jan 2
12:00 - 17:00

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