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Musée de la nature et des sciences de Sherbrooke

Located in downtown Sherbrooke, the Musée de la nature et des sciences presents the permanent exhibition AlterAnima, an unusual encounter with naturalized animals, as well as temporary exhibitions on various scientific themes and numerous activities for families and the general public. Tours of the exhibits, the storeroom and behind-the-scenes areas are also available to groups of all ages, by prior arrangement.
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Dates

Open year round

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Contact information

225, rue Frontenac, Sherbrooke, Québec, Canada, J1H 1K1

Vehicle and Parking Services

  • Signed access (blue signs)
  • Free parking

Permanent exhibitions

  • AlterAnima (AlterAnima)
    The AlterAnima exhibition presents the finest naturalized specimens from the museum's collections in an original, artistic setting.

Temporary exhibitions

  • Until January 05, 2026: Chiffrer | Déchiffrer
    Chiffrer | Déchiffer, a new interactive exhibition, explores the past and present of cryptographic communications: what it is, how it works and how it affects our lives.
  • Until January 05, 2026: 50 ans d'Expo-sciences en Estrie
    A commemorative exhibition traces the evolution of the event with a timeline and memorabilia.

Recreational / cultural activities

  • Conference
  • Entertainment for children
  • Guided tour
  • Nature interpretation/observation
  • Self-guided tour
  • Workshop

Services

  • Air conditioning
  • Boutique
  • Drinking water
  • Event spaces/equipment
  • Wireless internet

Restaurant and food services

  • Picnic area
  • Dining room

Accessibility

Eligible customers

  • Adults
  • Teens
  • Children
  • Groups

Groups

  • Entertainment available
  • Tours : in french
  • Tours : in english
  • Group rates
  • Booking required

Available facilities

  • Banquet, meeting, conference room
  • Changing-room
  • Theatre/auditorium

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Maison de l'eau - Parc Lucien-Blanchard
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