The Musée de l'ardoise (Slate Museum) offers a permanent exhibition on the history and unique heritage of slate quarrying, the origin of the "Pays de l'ardoise" appellation. Step inside this heritage church dating from 1889, and let us guide you through the fabulous history of this remarkable rock, whose extraction and use in architecture contributed to the development of the Eastern Townships in the late 19th century. As you leave the museum, take the pedestrian circuit through the streets of Richmond, listening to the podcast on the history of this historic district while admiring the architecture of several slate-roofed houses. Every summer, the museum also offers temporary exhibitions and cultural activities.