Our historic buildings are open for tours! The Fry House is a two-story log dwelling built in c.1815 by Jacob Fry and Elizabeth Wismer, two of the early German-speaking Mennonite settlers from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The house has been staged with period-relevant objects and functions as a living history site. Built in 1859 to replace […]

The Trochu and District Museum will celebrate the historical methods of communication in our community with a special exhibit featuring  newspapers dated over 100 years ago, the printing machines of the Trochu Tribune, many styles of telephones, local post offices and letters, and more.

Forget House, a nineteenth-century mansion was constructed for the family of Senator Louis-Joseph Forget (1853-1911).  His wife Maria Raymond-Forget (1859-1925) played a central role in choosing the Second Empire style of the building, as well as its beautiful interior. Officially recognized in 1974 as a monument historique by the Ministère des affaires culturelles du Québec, the building – along with […]

The Williamstown Discovery and Ghost Walk has returned for another summer. If you are interested in local history and some chilling ghost stories join us on selected Fridays at 7:30 pm at the Sir John Johnson Manor House. Please pre-register by email or phone as group size will be limited. If there are not enough […]

Are you interested in knowing about your family history within Glengarry? Here at the Sir John Johnson Manor House we are also home to the Glengarry Archives, so we are invested in helping you learn about your family past! There is a small $25.00 fee for archive access. You can contact us via email at […]

We welcome you for a guided tour of this historic home built in 1732. We share the interests, stories, dreams and accomplishments of three centuries of French and English inhabitants, in the context of wider regional development. Nous vous invitons à une visite guidée de cette maison historique construite en 1732. Nous vous faisons découvrir […]

Doggy Day Join us for the third edition of Doggy Day at Greenwood — a tail-wagging celebration where our historic grounds are taken over by furry friends for the day! Bring your pup and enjoy exciting activities, raffles, treats, and plenty of surprises for both dogs and their humans. It’s the perfect day out for […]

Music in the Garden – Performance by Stew & Alice Stew & Alice are a Canadian folk/celtic duo known for their quirky, folksy covers of songs and tunes of all sorts. Flatpicked guitar, blistering fiddle, banjos, harmonicas, and even the occasional shruti box…. lay out the foundation for their mellifluous harmonies and honest storytelling. At […]

Traditional Tea Traditional Tea is one of the most anticipated and bustling events of our season, drawing guests from across the region to enjoy an unforgettable afternoon steeped in charm, tradition, and community. This cherished gathering offers the perfect opportunity to slow down, reconnect with friends and family, and experience the beauty and atmosphere of […]