Meet the Tea Artist

The Chestico Museum is pleased to add to its fundraising efforts the amazing teas created by The Cape Breton Tea Company. Join us for a special introduction to the tea blends with our event “Meet the Tea Artist” on Friday, June 30th from 10:00 – 11:30 AM. Bring your favorite teacup or mug with you and get ready for some… (more…)

Open House with the Tran Family

On Sunday, June 18th the Chestico Museum will hold a very special Open House from 7 PM until 9 PM. The museum will host ten members of the Tran family. The Trans fled Vietnam more than four decades ago and found refuge in Port Hood, sponsored by St. Peter’s & St. Stephen’s Helping Hands Refugee Outreach. The family called Port… (more…)

Historic Environment Scotland Speakers

The Chestico Museum & Historical Society in partnership with Dr. Karly Kehoe, Canada Research Chair in Atlantic Canada Communities at Saint Mary’s University, present: Two Guest Lecturers from Historic Environment Scotland Eve Boyle, Senior Heritage Engagement Officer, Historic Environment Scotland: Rural Settlement in Highland Scotland in the 18th and 19th Centuries: Improvement and Clearance Andrew Nicoll, Deputy Head of Archives,… (more…)

Student Employment Opportunities 2023

The Chestico Museum is currently accepting applications for summer students for the 2023 season. The ideal candidates will excel at public speaking and engaging with members of the public, possess strong verbal and interpersonal skills and will be efficient and well organized. The ability to multi-task and strong IT skills are key requirements. Knowledge of local history is an asset.… (more…)

2022 Calendar Now 50% Off

The remaining 2022 Chestico Museum calendars are now discounted by 50%. The photos by page are: Cover: View of the crowd at the horse races on the Irish Road ca. 1959 January: Stanley Cup Winner & Olympic Gold Medalist Allan MacInnis. Also features his teammates on a 1976-77 Port Hood team. February: Leanne MacDonald – All-Canadian University Hockey Athlete March:… (more…)

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