History Articles

As of January 2002, the independent municipality of Bromptonville (formerly Brompton Falls) became Brompton, District #1 of the City of Sherbrooke.

Remnants of our past are everywhere. The same is true of our early one-room schoolhouses.

The year was 1942. A village mechanic awoke from a vivid dream, a dream that would eventually have international repercussions.

William Henry Bartlett was born in London, England in 1809. During his career, Bartlett made several trips to North America.

Hector Macdonald (right) was reputed to be “ Canada’s largest St. Bernard.” So, at least, declared this eye-catching business card, published after the dog’s death in 1907.

It's rare that a golf course attracts visitors just for the view. Dufferin Heights Country Club, at 1500 feet (457 metres), is one such course.

Nature attracts thousands of people to the Townships every year. And an increasing number of groups are putting their efforts into making sure some of that pristine nature remains intact.

The people of Potton certainly remember Potton Springs, named after the three little sulphur springs that made the place famous for over a hundred years.

The Eastern Townships are renowned both for their scenic beauty and for their picturesque, historic villages.