The Tenacious Spy : William Morris Jones

Posted on April 24, 2012 by

We received a letter from author Karen Arthur about her newly published book titled:  The Tenacious Spy:  The Story of William Morris Jones.

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Family Photo Workshop – March 3rd

Posted on March 2, 2012 by

The Bear River Historical Society is hosting a Family Photo workshop on Sat March 3rd, from 1-4 pm, at our new location at the Oakdene Centre in Bear River. Pre-register for $12,  for an afternoon of fun learning how to date old photos, and place people in your family tree. Registration includes handouts, worksheets and refreshments. Anyone with an interest in their unknown ancestors, genealogy, old pictures, fashion history, or photography will likely be interested in this workshop presented by Socio-Costumologist Jenny Milligan.

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Upcoming Historical Society events

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

Friday February 10 7:30 @ the Rebekah. Winter Carnival Variety Show.
Presented by The Bear River Historical Society in support of the new space for our Museum in Oakdene Centre. Finish off your day in Bear River with a mix of music, fun, food and friendship. More details to come!

Saturday, Feb 11, 2012 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm @ The Bear River Historical Society in the Oakdene Centre. “An empty open house” Come and see our new museum premises at Oakdene Centre . We welcome your input and comments. Take a break from the cold and indulge yourself in warm mulled cider and yummy homemade cookies. We look forward to seeing you!

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Nova Scotia Museums Newsletter

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

Read the latest e-letter of the Association of Nova Scotia Museums.

ANSM Beacon eNewsletter – July 22, 2011

Continue reading →

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Celebrating ‘First Vines’ all season long

Posted on April 7, 2011 by

from the Digby Courier by Karla Kelly:

It was 400 years ago that grape vines were planted in Bear River by Louis Hébert —the first viniculture in North America.

In honour of the historical event, 400th anniversary celebrations entitled ‘First Vines’ are being hosted by Bear River Historical Society in conjunction with the Bear River Board of Trade and the 400th Anniversary Committee.

Committee chair Simone Wilson said the idea for the celebration grew out of conversations a number of years ago about the historical vine planting.

Read the entire article here:

Celebrating ‘First Vines’ all season long – Festivals & events – Arts – The Digby Courier.

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Bear River Historical Society Benefit Show

Posted on January 14, 2011 by

when: February 11, 2011
where: the Rebekah Music Hall, Bear River

In conjunction with the Bear River Winter Carnival, a variety show benefit for the Bear River Historical Society will be held.

Bring along a friend!

Featuring a film by Tim Wilson along with music by some of Bear River’s finest artists including:
Noelle Lucas
Tom Berry   … and many others to be announced.
$10 admission fee, homemade refreshments and Sissiboo Coffee will be served.

Tickets on a Charles Couper original painting will be available. For more information please contact Jane Kingston at 467–0989

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The Tributary – December, 2010

Posted on December 23, 2010 by

Welcome to the Bear River Tributary, the official publication of the Bear River Historical Society.
Click on the images below to enlarge.

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Vintage Bear River Postcards

Posted on October 20, 2010 by

Enjoy this montage of postcards from Bear River in the early 20th century.

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Bear River Tributary – August 17, 2010 issue

Posted on August 17, 2010 by

Welcome to the ‘same old, brand new’ Bear River Tributary, the official publication of the Bear River Historical Society.
Click on the image below to read the August 2010 issue.

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