Matthew Farfan

The legendary sea serpent of Lake Memphremagog, known in recent years as Memphré, is the subject of a new exhibition at the Galerie des artistes du Canton in Magog. Titled "La legende de Memphré" ("The Legend of Memphré"), the show will include works of art in different mediums by artists of the region inspired by Memphré, as well as artifacts related to Memphré and Lake Memphremagog, on loan from local diver and "Memphréphile" Jacques Boisvert, who is also honorary president of the event.


An early depiction of the Lake Memphremagog monster, 1917.
(Source: J. M. Currier, Uriah Jewett and the Sea Serpent of Lake Memphremagog)

According to staff at the gallery, objects will include the original steering wheel from the steamer Lady of the Lake, antique bottles retrieved from the bottom of the lake, and documentation on eyewitness sightings of the legendary monster.

The exhibition will run from June 1 through August 20. The Galerie des artistes du Canton is located at 30 Place du Commerce, Magog. For information, call (819) 868-1881.