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The Maison Fleury (Fleury House), which was acquired in 1990 from
the estate of Richard and Rose Fleury, is a building dating back
to the 19th Century and has been completely restored. During the
summer season, the Maison Fleury serves as a museum for children
where different exhibitions are held for this specific group of
people. During the cold season, the Maison Fleury serves as a site
where different activities for children are held. For example, many
children have the privilege to attend workshops which are given
by competent people.
WILFRID LAURIER AND CULTURE
According to archives and witnesses, Wilfrid Laurier
and his wife enjoyed receiving guests for garden parties. The great
of this world were always invited at these garden parties. Children
were also always very welcome at these receptions. As a great poetry
lover, Wilfrid Laurier and his wife Zoé, an accomplished
pianist, inspired a liking for culture to their immediate circle
of friends and family. It is a reknowned fact that, in the Arthabaska
of their time, that the Laurier couple played a very important role
in the development of great artistic careers. In order to perpetuate
the memory of this great man and of his wife, the Musée Laurier
keeps the tradition alive.
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