Lecture: Mount Saint-Grégoire and Its Lords
Discover the history of the first owners of Mount Saint-Grégoire
Behind the landscapes of Mount Saint-Grégoire lies a history marked by famous figures. CIME invites you to discover this heritage during a lecture dedicated to the mountain’s first owners. Presented twice in November, this event will trace their connections to the area and explore a chapter in the mountain’s history. Participants who wish to do so can then extend the experience by visiting the site of the Johnson family burial vault.
People Who Have Left Their Mark on the Mountains
This lecture will take you back to the time when Mount Saint-Grégoire was part of the Monnoir seigneury. You’ll learn, among other things, about Seigneur Claude de Ramezay, governor of Montreal from 1704 to 1724, who was the mountain’s first owner.
The historical tour will continue with Baronet John Johnson, who acquired the property in 1794. He had a manor house built there, as well as a family burial vault, which visitors can see after the presentation.
Judge Jean-Roch Rolland, the last seigneur of the estate, will also be among the figures featured. His story will serve to illustrate the end of an era, as the seigneurial system was abolished in 1854.
A first event dedicated to historical heritage
This lecture kicks off a series focusing on the historical heritage of Mount Saint-Grégoire. It offers a different way to explore the mountain, by examining the people who once owned it and the traces they left behind.
After the presentation, interested participants may visit the site of the vault. This optional extension will allow participants to connect the stories they heard to a location mentioned during the lecture.
Two dates to choose from
The 75-minute lecture is intended for an adult audience. It will be held in the auditorium of the new building on the following dates:
Wednesday, November 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.;
Saturday, November 28, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Choose the session that fits your schedule to take part in this historic event.
An outing combining history and trail exploration
The participation fee is $13.50 per person and includes access to the trails. This will allow you to combine your historical exploration with an outing in nature, while staying on the marked trails in this nature reserve.
Online registration is required. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit the CIME Haut-Richelieu website.
