MEDORA, NS (KXNET) — The 167th birthday of the Marquis de Morès is taking place on June 14 at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site, and everyone is invited to celebrate.

Complimentary cupcakes and punch will be served all day on the veranda.

At 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., there will be a 30-minute History Alive talk on the veranda.

Lance Rustand, who will portray the French Marquis de Morès, will share the vision of starting an 1880s beef empire in Medora.

The site includes an 1883 home, additional outbuildings, and an interpretive center, where people can enjoy family heirlooms and the Marquis' coach.

You can also learn about the relationship between the Marquis de Morès and Theodore Roosevelt.

The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is located at 3426 Chateau Rd in M

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