Poetry at the Wallace and Area Museum

Harvest of Poetry will present two Toronto poets at the Wallace and Area Museum. Kevin Connolly will be reading from his latest collection; "Revolver." This collection is nominated for both the Trillium Prize and the Griffen Prize. Next will be Matthew Tierney from his new collection; "The Hayflick Limit." The readings will take place at the Museum on Monday, October 5th at 7:30.

Calendar of Events from the Wallace and Area Museum

• October 5th, “Read by the Sea” poetry reading at the Wallace and Area Museum. For more information please call: 902. 257.2191
• October 19th, launch of Laurie Glenn Norris’s book “Cumberland County Facts and Folklore.”
• October 28th, “Walk in the Dark.” Come and enjoy a spooky time at the museum. Call 902.257.2191 to pre-register.

Book Signing: Cumberland County Facts and Folklore

“Cumberland County Facts and Folklore”
By Laurie Glenn Norris

What could

Oscar Wilde and a triploid blue-spotted salamander;
Leon Trotsky and the Joggins Fossil Cliffs;
Alex Colville and lobster claw pipes;
Feist and Buckley’s Mixture

possibly all have in common? Cumberland County, of course!

It’s one of Nova Scotia’s oldest and largest counties and its personalities, history, geography, natural life and legends are second to none. It’s the birthplace of Anne Murray and Feist, and in 1995 its charming village of Pugwash had a hand in winning the Nobel Peace Prize. Its shores are touched by the majestic Bay of Fundy and the beautiful Northumberland Strait, its landscape was carved by glaciers and its prehistoric climate created and preserved fossils that today are worthy of World Heritage Site designation. From Amherst to Advocate, Minudie to Malagash, Port Howe to Port Greville, the beauty of its forests, crystal clear lakes and rivers and its pastoral scenery are a delight.

Cumberland County is a Nova Scotian treasure for visitors and locals alike. So sit back and discover Cumberland County through the amusing anecdotes, fun facts, and incredible trivia on this area’s rich history and culture in Cumberland County Facts and Folklore.

Laurie Glenn Norris was born in River Hebert, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, and raised in the tiny community of Lower Cove, on Cumberland County's Fundy shore. She holds undergraduate degrees in anthropology and education and a master's degree in art history, works at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick, has taught Renaissance art history at the University of New Brunswick, and is on the board of the Writers' Federation of New Brunswick. Despite all, Laurie still speaks with that special Cumberland County twang. She shares her home overlooking the Mactaquac Headpond on the St. John River with six cats and husband Barry.

Launch and book signing dates:

• The launch of Cumberland County Facts and Folklore will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2009, at the Cumberland County Museum, 150 Church Street, Amherst, Nova Scotia (the Museum can be reached at 902-667-2561). Copies of the book will be available for sale during the launch and book signing.
• October 19, 2009, time TBA: Wallace and Area Museum, 13440 Route 6, Wallace, Nova Scotia
• October 20, 2009, time TBA: Cumberland County Genealogical Society, 16 Church Street, Amherst, Nova ScotiaDate and time
• TBA: Westminster Books, 445 King Street, Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Schedule of Events for the Wallace and Area Museum

Schedule of Events for the Month of August:

July 30 A talk on the street. “Main Street Wallace (part two)” The history of Wallace and the buildings over 200 years.
August 2 “Tour the Stores” a chance for visitors to see in four of the museum’s store rooms.
August 5 “Mary Kennedy Tea” The social high point in the museum calendar. The tea in honor of the ‘mother of Museum’, benefactor John Kennedy. Enjoy tea and music in the gardens.
Flower arranging competition. 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
August 15 Children’s Day. A night at the Wallace and Area Museum” For children 5 to 12. Contact the museum for registration and information.
August 20 Remsheg Rug Hookers Annual “Hook in.”
August 20 Annual Talk by Author, Educator and Historian, William Hamilton. Topic: “The Loyalists of Remsheg.”

Great Summer Events at the Wallace and Area Museum

• Sunday July 5th, One of the best programs the Wallace and Museum presents: Francis Grant Day. A presentation of poems and stories written by the late author and historian Francis Grant. Mr. Grant's poems cover a wide variety of subjects but mostly the sea, Local people gather to read and hear his poetry. Everyone welcome!
• Saturday July 11th, Teenage Survivor: A fun competition for young people between 13 and 18. Two person teams face four easy events. Ten dollars entry, receive a teeshirt and a hot dog. $100 first prize.
• Saturday July 18th, Childrens Day: Please call a head to register.
• Sunday July 19th, Railway Day: A day to celebrate the Railway and former Railway Telegraphers, Learn about Morse Code and participate in demonstrations.Meet and hear the stories of these men and women.
• Thursday July 30th, "The Buildings Of Wallace" (part two) from the steps of the
  Community Centre.
• And please remember that free Tea in the Garden is held every Wednesday afternoon, July and August.

News from the Wallace and Area Museum

Remsheg Rug Hookers, a group of artists based at the Wallace and Area Museum are opening a display of their works today and will be on view until June 2.

This is theWallace and Area Museum Society's 25 anniversary. Theme for this summer's display is the - Top Twenty Five Artifacts collected in the Past Twenty five years. Display official opening June 7, 2 pm

Wallace and Area Museum Society's Annual Meeting, June 9th at 7pm

Wallace and Area Museum Season Opening

The Wallace and Area Museum will have their season opening on Friday, May 15th.

CCHN Member Profile:

Wallace and Area Museum

13440 Hwy 6Wallace, Nova Scotia
Phone: 902. 257.2191Fax: 902.257.2191
Email: wallacemuseum@aliant.zinc.ca
URL: www.wallaceandareamuseum.com/

Hours of Operation:

May 15 to October 1, Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Admission:

FREE (donations welcomed).

The rich history of Wallace area is collected and preserved in the 1839 home of shipbuilder James B. Davison. The museum property of over 90 hectares stretches two miles from the Wallace Bay to the old CNR rail line now the Trans Canada Trail. Visitors may enjoy the walking trails, the heritage gardens as well as lectures and demonstrations. The museum collection includes not only artefacts from the Davison family but also collections of Mi’kmaq baskets, antique toys, nineteenth century clothing, and histories of the Acadians, British Empire Loyalists and Mi’kmaq settlements.