1867 Rebellion and Confederation

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Joseph Légaré, "he Burning of Parliament in Montreal," around 1849

circa 1849, oil on wood

Just in time for Canada's 150th Anniversary of Confederation, The Musée Héritage Museum is pleased to present its first exhibition of 2017: 1867 Rebellion and Confederation—A Travelling Exhibition Developed by the Canadian Museum of History.

"On July 1, 1867, Confederation was proclaimed, marking the birth of today’s Canada and the culmination of a journey that had taken nearly 30 years. This exhibition explores the route to nationhood taken by a society in transition, and by the people who fought, negotiated and made compromises to forge a more peaceable union.

By tracing the pivotal moments leading to the draft of the British North America Act, this exhibition helps visitors to better understand how this legacy continues to affect our identity, our values and our institutions.” – Canadian Museum of History

Along with the travelling exhibition, the Musée Héritage Museum will be uncovering some intriguing facts and information about what the world was like in 1867—locally and internationally. Joanne White, Curator