Arts and Culture

3165, chemin du Parc, Orford, Québec J1X 7A2

Orford Music is an internationally renowned classical music academy located in the heart of the Mont-Orford National Park. During the summer season the academy welcomes talented young musicians to study with its esteemed faculty members. At the same time, the Orford Music Festival, a prestigious international event, attracts close to 25,000 festival-goers to the region in summer. Its program consists of some 20 professional concerts, 60 free family activities, a high-level competition, and visual arts exhibits. Orford Music continues its various activities throughout the year with diverse musical programs. The facility can accommodate numerous cultural groups thanks to its complete restaurant and lodging services, and room rentals.

708, rue Principale Ouest, Magog, Québec J1X 2B3

The Merry House is a place to learn about Magog and the surrounding region, from its history, heritage and archeology, starting with its Indigenous beginnings, to the American colonists and present-day population. Located on the bank of the Magog River, the Merry House benefits from a strategic downtown location. Come discover its numerous activities such as exhibitions, guided visits, introduction to archeology family workshops, school programs and various yearly special events. Connect to the free mobile experience and enjoy new photos and videos of the Merry House while you explore the exterior site.

Photos : Antoine Petrecca

64, rue Merry Nord, Magog, Québec J1X 2E6

Le Vieux Clocher is a 400-seat cabaret-style venue located right in the heart of downtown Magog. It’s known throughout Quebec for its selection of eclectic artists and welcoming atmosphere. It’s a unique venue with exceptional acoustics where some of Quebec’s greatest artists will often present preview shows before performing in Montreal. Right outside the venue, you’ll find the Trottoir des Artistes, a pedestrian walkway decorated with plaques commemorating artists and celebrities who have visited Magog’s Vieux Clocher. Come enjoy music, comedy, art and more! See the full program details online.

61, rue Merry Nord, Magog, Québec J1X 2E7

The Magog Visual Arts Center is a municipal cultural facility with an art gallery and museum. The art gallery serves as a venue for visual arts events hosted by Magog organizations. Throughout the year, the gallery features works of art by artists and artisans who take part in exhibitions and visual arts events.

Within the Magog Visual Arts Center, you’ll also find the Musée international d’art naïf de Magog, which features a permanent collection as well as various thematic exhibitions. In fact, it is the only museum in Canada solely dedicated to naïve art and has a collection of over 800 works of art by 271 artists from 34 countries.