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Opening of the Exhibition How Well Do You Know Your Chinatown?
MEM - Centre des mémoires montréalaises
We’re delighted to invite you to the opening of a new exhibition in the Playground titled, How Well Do You Know Your Chinatown? The exhibition is the result of projects carried out over several years with actors from Montréal’s Chinatown community.
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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
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!
Others
History and Heritage: A Civic Matter! With the Société d’histoire du Plateau-Mont-Royal
The MEM will be holding monthly gatherings with citizens who are involved in promoting and preserving their neighbourhood’s history and heritage.
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History and Heritage: A Civic Matter! With the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Montréal-Nord and the Société d’histoire et de généalogie de Verdun
The MEM will be holding monthly gatherings with citizens who are involved in promoting and preserving their neighbourhood’s history and heritage.
Others
Witnesses to History An activity to celebrate Black History Month
Discover how Black communities have contributed to Montréal during this special guided tour, including first-hand accounts and enlightening discussions.
Facility activities
TEENS – Create Your Own Figurine: Montréal in Miniature
Imagine, sculpt and paint a figurine inspired by Montréal, street art, design and pop culture.