Congratulations Creamery Square!

It has been announced that the Creamery Square in Tatamgouche has been honoured by the Canadian Museums Association for outstanding achievement in facility development and design. The judges in the process say the Taamagoughe project is “nationally significant and exceeds the current standards of practice” among its peers from coast to coast. The award will be presented in St. John’s at the Museum’s Association’s national conference.

From all the members of the CCHN we would like to sincerely congratulation the good folks at the Creamery Square on their achievement.

Events to Lookout for Next year at the at the Age of Sail Heritage Centre

• Last Sunday in June 2pm - June 27/10 Annual memorial Service To Those Lost at Sea. Date subject to change.


• 3rd weekend in July- July 16-18/10 Heritage festival Weekend. That Friday 7pm, guest Speaker. Saturday Murder Mystery Dinner Theater 6pm tickets pre-sold(FPW firehall), Sunday free admission to the museum.


• Closest saturday to August 1- July31/10, Age of Sail Birthday Celebration, free cake and museum admission


• Labor Day Weekend- Sept 4&5/10 Saturday Community Supper(FPW firehall), Sunday Outdoor Ecumenical Church Service 9:30 followed by Pancake breakfast (fee charged) at Colins' field, Free museum admission and antique engine show.

A Journey Through Time

"The Life and Times of Sand Hill"

The Cumberland County Museum & Archives is proud to present local artist Darlene Strong 's travelling Exhibit entitled "The Life and Times of Sand Hill".

During the 1800's a Black Community known as "Sand Hill" was nestled deep inside the Town of Amherst, Nova Scotia near the Bay of Fundy. Today many descendants of the residents of Sand Hill are able to trace their roots back to the arrival of the Loyalists to Nova Scotia.

"Sand Hill is an important part of Cumberland County's Heritage and never has it it been displayed more uniquely than through the art of this travelling exhibit" states Shirley Nickerson, Manager/Curator of the Cumberland County Museum and Archives. Ms. Strong has captured 250 years of African Nova Scotia history through her panerls."

These unique and beautifully designed panels not only depict the early arrival of Slaves/Servants; it also celebrates the grand strides in areas of social, economical, political, educational and spiritual advancements on Sand Hill.

"Understanding that art plays an integral part of portraying history in a snapshot; the exhibit anticipates engaging a multi age audience to walk through 250 years of living history and EXPERIENCE Sand Hill, which is still a part of our heritage." Darlene Strong , Local Artitst and Exhibit Designer.

The Life and Time of Sand Hill Exhibit will open on Thursday, January 28, and run until February 27th.

Come Celebrate Black Heritage Month

The Cumberland County Museum & Archives in conjunction with The Black Loyalist Heritage Society of Shelburne, NS are proud to present the Black Loyalist Heritage Society Travelling Exhibit.

This unique exhibit will take you on a journey back in time. Starting with 1783-1785 when more than 3,000 Black Persons came to Nova Scotia as a direct result of the American Revolution. They came from slavery and wanted to take control of their lives, making choices within the limits they faced."

This travelling Exhibit not only preserves the Story of the Black Loyalist but will give visitors a better understanding of who these people were and what obstacles they had to overcome in the name of "Freedom."

"This exhibit is such an important part of our Heritage" states Shirley Nickerson, Manager/Curator of the Cumberland County Museum & Archives. We are very grateful to the Black Loyalist Society for allowing us to bring this exhibit to Cumberland County. It is an exhibit that we feel the students and residents alike will appreciate and learn from."

Through the panels of this exhibit you will discover the world of Slavery, The American Revolution, Black Loyalist Communities, Heroes and Heroines, the importance of the Certificate of Freedom and so much more.This unique exhibit will be on display at the Cumberland County Museum & Archives for a limited time.

Exhibit will open on Tuesday, January 26 until Saturady, February 27. Hours are Tuesday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 12:00 noon to 5:00pm.

Memorable - Memories Plus

"Memorable - Memories Plus" is a book written by Morris Josef Haugg which is a recounting of his life story from his memories plus his views and philosophies. Even if you don't know this man, the book is an interesting read; once you pick it up, you won't want to put it down until it's finished.

On January 15th, the Cumberland County Museum & Archives will be hosting the public book launch of this book. From 2:00pm to 5:00pm come and meet Morris. Listen to his memories about living through the war, coming to Canada and where he stands today.

New Years Levee at the Armoury

The Nova Scotia Highlanders Association in cooperation with the Town of Amherst will be hosting a levee on New Years Day. It will be held at the Col. James Layton Ralston Armoury located on Acadia Street, Amherst from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Please contact the Amerst Town Hall for more information.

New Exhibit Space at the Fundy Geological Museum

Karen Dickinson, Chair of the Cumberland Gelogical Society welcoming guests to the Museum

Yesterday was a big day for the Fundy Geological Museum. On December 15th, the Government of Canada, as part of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s Innovative Communities Fund and the Province of Nova Scotia, through the Department of Tourism, Culture and Heritage and the Department of Community Economic Development, announced that they will contribute a total of $1,000,000 to aid in the ongoing refurbishment of the museum. MP Scott Armstrong, on the behalf of Minister Peter MacKay announced an investment of $400,000 while MLA Lenore Zann, on the behalf of the Honourable Percy Paris announced the provincial contribution of $550,000. Work on the museum will be ongoing throughout the winter months with an opening of new exhibits planned for the 2010 tourism season. All the members of the Cumberland County Heritage Network wish to congratulate the good folks of the Fundy Geological Museums and wish them all the best in the work ahead.

(from right to left) MP Scott Armstrong (Cumberland – Colchester – Musquodoboit Valley), CGS Chair, Karen Dickinson, MLA Lenore Zann (Truro - Bible Hill), Museum Curator, Ken Adams, MLA Murray Scott (Cumberland South).

Holiday Events at the Joggins Fossil Centre

• The Joggins Fossil Centre will be hosting an open house and Annual Christmas Sale on Tuesday, December 8th between 4 pm and 8 pm. 10% off all regular priced items and many items up to 50% off their regular price.
• The Centre will be open to the public on Tuesday December 29th between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Entry is by donation. A great chance for those home for the Holidays to drop by and see the Centre for themselves.

Events at the Parrsboro Band Hall

15 November: The Band Association in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #45 and in Association with the Handley Page Air Cadet Squadron are hosting REMEMBER WHEN, with the Stadacona Band, featuring Liz Rigney at The Hall, 44 King St. Parrsboro at 2:00 pm. Admission by donation. All veterans and Legion members are encouraged to wear their regalia as this is a concert of wartime and commemoration music as part of Remembrance Week.

8 November: FILM AT THE HALL 8:00 pm at The Hall, 44 King St. Parrsboro. “Man on A Wire” (part of a foreign film series being featured this fall on the big screen here at The Hall) Admission $8 adults $6 children

20 November: 6:30 pm Tree lighting activities at the Town Hall park and bandshell. After the ceremony, all are invited to The Hall, 44 King St. Parrsboro for fee hot chocolate, treats and a FREE Christmas film on the big screen.

21 November: The Sackville Citizen's Band Concert, Live Bait Theatre Main St Sackville 7:00 pm Admission by Donation. Featuring Janet Crawford

28 November: The Parrsboro Citizen's Band will be playing at the Cumberland County Museum "Old Fashioned Christmas,” 7:30.

2 December: FILM AT THE HALL 8:00 pm at The Hall, 44 King St. Parrsboro. “The Queen” (part of a foreign film series being featured this fall on the big screen here at The Hall) Admission $8 adults $6 children

7 December: The Parrsboro Citizen's Band presents its' Christmas Concert 7:00 pm

16 December: FILM AT THE HALL 8:00 pm at The Hall, 44 King St. Parrsboro. “Sin Nombre” (part of a foreign film series being featured this fall on the big screen here at The Hall) Admission $8 adults $6 children

23 December: 7:00 pm. “The Bentley Family Christmas.” We are truly blessed that this remarkable family of musicians have agreed to present a concert this evening so everyone can have an evening of fun and relaxation in the rump of the madness of Christmas shopping and preparation. The Bentley's are a local family (Rob directs the Citizen's Band, Jen has brought her Halifax String Quartet to perform here twice, and the rest of the family is equally talented) who have come up with the idea of presenting this evening of entertainment which promises to be eclectic, elegant, and most of all, fun.

An Old Fashion Cumberland Christmas at the Cumberland County Museum

An "Old Fashion Cumberland Christmas" at the Cumberland County Museum and Archives. Come and join the good folks at the Museum for a night of music, hot chocolate and hot apple cider, a few munchables and a whole lot of good cheer. 6:30 t0 8:30. $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. Featured for your musical enjoyment will be a good old fashion "sing song" with Ms. Doreen Ettinger accompanied by Ms. G.L "Money" Martin on piano followed by seasonial favourites by the Parrsboro Citizen's Band Quartet.

Shortage of N1H1 Vaccine in Cumberland County

The Cumberland Health Authority (CHA) has announced that there is now a shortage of vaccine available to the citizens of Cumberland County. As a result, the CHA is limiting vaccine to high-risk groups from November 2nd through November 6th. The following groups will be given the highest priority:

• Pregnant Women
  
• Children between 6 months and 59 months (under 5)
  
• Health Care Workers (with valid ID)


• Members of First Nations Communities

The Province will re-evaluate the situation as more supplies become available. Please see the poster for clinics times and locations.

Long Lines for the N1H1 Flu Clinic in Amherst

As we have seen in other parts of Canada, people are lining up in droves to receive the N1H1 (Human Swine Infuenza) flu shot in Amherst. As the door opened on the first day of the clinic, the line stetched down the street for hundreds of metres. Despite the long lines and the frosty morning, people seemed to be in good spirits and were orderly. The clinic will continue for the entire month of November so their will be ample time for all citizens of the County to receive the vaccine. For more information on N1H1 and the Nova Scotia Immunization Campaign, please go to: http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/h1n1 or you can call 811.

Pictures from the Cumberland County Museum Halloween Haunted House

H1N1 Clinics for Cumberland County

For more information on N1H1 (Human Swine Influenza) and the Nova Scotia Immunization Campaign please go to:

http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/h1n1/

0r call 811.

The Alfred Ernest Whitehead Art Exhibit at the Cumberland County Museum

The Cumberland County Museum and Archives is pleased to present the Alfred Ernest Whitehead Art Exhibit. This wonderful exhibit features over 70 works of art from various private contributors throughout Cumberland County. This exhibit showcases Whitehead’s “Quebec Period” 1915-1947 and “Maritime Period” 1947-1974.

Alfred Ernest Whitehead was born July 10, 1887 in Peterborough, England and immigrated to Canada in 1912 at the age of 25. Mr. Whitehead died in Amherst, Nova Scotia on April 1, 1974 at the age of 87.

Mr. Whitehead is best known throughout Cumberland County, Nova Scotia as a Composer, Organist, Choirmaster, Teacher and Painter.
As Dean of Music at Mount Allison University and as the organist- choirmaster at Trinity St. Stephen Church in Amherst, Mr. Whitehead is fondly remembered for his musical knowledge, angelic music and his remarkable performances.

However it is his amazing “Artistic Talent” as a painter that embellishes many of the homes and private collections throughout Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, along with other parts of Canada and the United States.

Whitehead’s variety of styles in oils, water colours and gouaches has been recognized through exhibits at Cumberland County Museum & Archives, Dalhousie University, the University of New Brunswick, and Mount Allison University. His works has also been exhibited at the Royal Academy in London, the Royal Society of British Artists and the Pastel Society as well as many other exhibitions throughout Canada.

The Alfred Ernest Whitehead Art Exhibit opens November 3rd. until December 19th. Hours of exhibit are Tuesday to Friday from 9am-5pm and Saturday, 12pm to 5pm.
Admission $3.00 per person.

Open House at the Creamery Square Heritage Centre in Tatamagouche

If you haven’t had a change to see the wonderful new heritage Centre in Tatamagouche, here’s your chance. On October 24th the Creamery Square will be holding their open house from 9:30 to 4:30. Admission FREE! See five museums and archives in one facility.

For more information please contact:

The Creamery Square Heritage Centre, 39 Creamery Rd. Tatamagoughe, Nova Scotia
Phone: 902.657.3500
Fax: 902.657.0240
Email: creamerysquare@ns.aliantzinc.ca
URL: http://www.creamerysquare.ca/

North Shore Archives at the Creamery Square Heritage Centre, 39 Creamery Rd. Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia Office: (902) 657-3449 General Inquiries: (902) 657-3447
Email: mailto:cs.heritage@ns.aliantzinc.ca?subject=Inquire or mailto:northshorearchive@gmail.com?subject=Inquire
URL: http://www.creamerysquare.ca/

Free Tourism Workshop: Is your business realizing its full potential?

Joggins Fossil Cliffs World Heritage Site
Thursday November 5th 9:15 AM-3:30 PM
Lunch Included

Tourism is Nova Scotia’s biggest industry generating 1.3 billion dollars in revenue and you are an important part of it. The industry has evolved, with visitors now looking for experiences, rather than location. Who are your visitors? Who isn’t but you want them to be and how can you attract them and keep them?

This workshop is designed to show you how to stop, take a step back and review your operation, how you market, who you can market in partnership with to share costs and most importantly, how you can make money without having to spend on marketing , which does not work for you. You will also learn how to improve the visitor experience through industry market readiness and address the importance of customer service in improving your bottom line.

Morning Session
Positioning for Tourism Marketing.
(9:15 AM-12:45 PM)
Facilitator: Melanie Cookson Carter, Operations, Coordinator Joggins Fossil Institute

Lunch Served
(12:45 PM-1:30 PM)

Afternoon Session
(1:30 PM-3:00 PM)
Insider Tips for Connecting Visitors to Experiences
Presenter: Terri McCulloch, Manager, Bay of Fundy Tourism Management Partnership

Summary and Wrap-up
(3:00 PM-3:30 PM)

Please pre-register by contacting Geoff de Gannes at CREDA at 667-3638 or email geoff.d@creda.net.

Deadline to register is November 2nd, 2009 and places are limited.

This workshop will be beneficial to small business owner/operators, hotels, restaurants, museums, development agencies, community groups and other industry partners in both the Fundy and Northumberland Regions of Cumberland County. The workshop is being sponsored by the Cumberland Regional Economic Development Association (CREDA) and the Fundy Shore Tourism Destination Area Committee.

Halloween Haunted House at the Cumberland County Museum

Halloween Haunted House at the Cumberland County Museum and Archives. Saturday, October 24th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Admission, only $2.00.

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.

Nova Scotia Highlanders Association Meeting

On October 2nd the Nova Scotia Highlanders Association will meet at 8:00 pm at the Armory. All Highlander and friends of the battalion are welcome.