The Notre‑Dam‑de‑Grâce Historical Society marked the neighbourhood’s sesquicentennial on September 6, 2026 by opening a new exhibit that explores the area’s lesser‑known past. The celebration coincided with the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Notre‑Dam‑de‑Grâce district in Montreal, Quebec.
The society’s exhibition, launched as part of a series of events organized for the milestone, highlights aspects of the community’s development that have received limited public attention. By presenting photographs, maps and artifacts that trace the evolution of the neighbourhood since its establishment in 1876, the display offers residents and visitors a deeper view of the local heritage.
Jeffrey Kastner, a representative of the Historical Society, noted that the exhibit serves to commemorate the long‑standing history of Notre‑Dam‑de‑Grâce while encouraging ongoing interest in the district’s cultural roots. The initiative aligns with the broader effort to mark 150 years since the neighbourhood’s founding, a period during which the area has grown from a modest settlement into a vibrant part of Montreal. The exhibit remains open to the public throughout the anniversary celebrations, providing an educational resource for anyone seeking to learn more about the community’s hidden stories.