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The Réseau muséal de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue (RMAT) is a regional organization that brings together museums and other cultural institutions across Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Quebec. Its purpose is to unite their strengths and help develop expertise in museology. Through its online directory, RMAT introduces visitors to member institutions in communities including Amos, Rouyn-Noranda, Val-d’Or, La Sarre and Ville-Marie, making it easier to discover the region’s cultural and historical offerings.

The network’s members represent a broad range of places and collections, from historic sites and heritage buildings to art centres, exhibition centres and specialized museums. Featured destinations include the T.E. Draper Historic Site, La Cité de l’Or, the Magasin général Dumulon, the Fossilarium and the Musée minéralogique de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue. RMAT also promotes cultural activities and shares news relevant to museums and regional access to culture. Families can download its free Muséo-Famille application. The organization provides information about its network, museum directory and collections, and can be contacted in Rouyn-Noranda.