Sherbrooke Attractions
Sherbrooke, the chief town in Estrie, lies surrounded by hills at the confluence of the Magog and St-François Rivers. The town owes its name to Lord Sherbrooke who was Governor of Canada from 1816 to 1818.
The rock in the town center known as "Pin Solitaire" is a reminder of the time when the Iroquois and Abenaqui Indians lived in the area. In February 1592 the two tribes were unable to agree on the outcome of a battle, so a curious competition was held at this spot. One Iroquois and one Abenaqui had to run round and round a pine tree until one dropped from exhaustion. The Abenaqui lasted the better and so won the right to kill the Iroquois.
The rock in the town center known as "Pin Solitaire" is a reminder of the time when the Iroquois and Abenaqui Indians lived in the area. In February 1592 the two tribes were unable to agree on the outcome of a battle, so a curious competition was held at this spot. One Iroquois and one Abenaqui had to run round and round a pine tree until one dropped from exhaustion. The Abenaqui lasted the better and so won the right to kill the Iroquois.
Musée des Sciences Naturelles
A visit is recommended to the Musée des Sciences Naturelles du Séminaire in Sherbrooke, one of the oldest museums in Québec province.
The museum has an impressive collection with approximately 65,000 specimens. In addition to the permanent displays, the museum also features temporary exhibitions.
The museum has an impressive collection with approximately 65,000 specimens. In addition to the permanent displays, the museum also features temporary exhibitions.
Musée des Sciences Naturelles
225, rue Frontenac
Sherbrooke, QU J1H1K1
Canada
225, rue Frontenac
Sherbrooke, QU J1H1K1
Canada
Phone 1 (819) 564-3200
Fax 1 (819) 564-7388
