The Construction and Demolition of a Mile End Parish : The Saint-Georges Community, 1908-1991
Jean-Benoît Bourdeau, architect specialized in heritage conservation
This lecture tells the story of a Catholic community that has disappeared and a reflection on recognizing immaterial heritage of the site now occupied by the Lambert Closse School (on Bernard Street between Waverly and Saint-Urbain Streets). It will be followed by the projection of Guy F. Côté’s 1972 NFB film Tranquillement pas vite, on the demolition of the church.
Date and time:
Sunday 7 November 2010, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Place:
Park Avenue YMCA, 5550 Park Avenue, at the corner of Saint-Viateur Street (bus 80)
Languages:
The lecture will be in French, and the discussion will be in French and English
Cost:
Free
Reservations:
Not necessary
Information:
info@mile-end.qc.ca
** Mile End Memories is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the heritage, history and culture of the Mile End neighbourhood. Its 2011 program of activities will be available soon.
The next activity, a lecture entitled Building Mile End, 1895-1910, will take place on Sunday 5 December 2010, at the Mile End Library at 3 p.m. Details to follow!