The Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre presents Marc Audet! On January 27, 2023 at 7pm, local singer/songwriter Marc Audet will be giving an intimate 2 hour concert in Founders Hall here at the museum. Come join us for an evening of stories and music about the heritage and culture of the Ottawa Valley amidst our collection of artifacts and exhibits! Marc Audet’s “Forgotten Memories of the Ottawa Valley” is a collection of songs and stories that reflect on the rich history of this area, such as early river travel, logging, farming, and rural life.
Tickets are $15 and will be available for purchase at the museum (1032 Pembroke St. E). Payments can be made with cash, credit, debit, or e-transfer to [email protected]. Doors open at 6:30pm and refreshments will be available. As this is an indoor gathering, masks are recommended, but not required. If you are feeling sick, or have recently been in contact with someone who has COVID-19, we advise that you stay home. If you are unable to attend due to illness, we can refund the cost of your ticket. For more information please phone 613-735-0517.
Marc Audet is a Canadian folk music singer/songwriter from the Ottawa Valley with a keen interest in history, a love of music and a particular love of songwriting, performing, and storytelling. His interest in local history originated from discovering and exploring the ruins of old settlements and features left along the rivers and in the forests of the Ottawa Valley. For more information about Marc Audet and his upcoming events, visit his website at www.marcaudetmusic.com.
The Upper Ottawa Valley Heritage Centre is the largest Museum in Renfrew County with more than 10,000 artifacts among its collection. Located in Pembroke, the Museum is owned and operated by the Ottawa Valley Historical Society and is funded by the municipality of Pembroke.
