First Ceilidh of 2016!

The first ceilidh of our 2016 summer ceilidh series will be Thursday, July 7th at 7 PM at the museum. Our opening ceilidh will feature: Hailee Lefort – Fiddle Cathy Hawley – Piano Hughie John Beaton – Guitar & Vocals Admission is $5. Tea and light refreshments will be served following the show. We look forward to seeing you at… (more…)

Celtic Colours 2016

The 2016 Celtic Colours line up has been announced! The Chestico Museum is pleased to once again be hosting two events during this, the 20th year of the Festival. On Tuesday, October 11 at 2 PM, a Storytelling Session entitled Celtic Tales & Colourful Yarns: Port Hood Characters from Days Gone By will be held at the museum. Our storytellers… (more…)

Walking Tours

The Chestico Museum & Historical Society is pleased to offer walking tours of Port Hood and Port Hood Island this summer. Chestico Museum guides in historic costume will bring the past alive as they highlight the people, events, sights and architecture of Port Hood’s past. The Port Hood Walking Tour is offered on: Monday, July 11 Friday, July 15 Monday,… (more…)

Strawberry Social

The Chestico Tea Ladies will host an old-fashioned Strawberry Social, Sunday, July 17, 2016 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the Museum. Come and enjoy fresh strawberries, cream, sweets and tea on a warm summer afternoon. Costumed volunteers will welcome you and provide hospitality. If they wish, guests are encouraged to come dressed in Downton Abbey style. Music and entertainment… (more…)

Student Employment Opportunity 2016

The Chestico Museum is currently accepting applications for summer students for the 2016 season. The positions are open to students who have been accepted at a post-secondary institution for full-time study beginning in September 2016. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic, organized and possess good communication skills. The ability to multi-task and organize events are key requirements. Knowledge of local history… (more…)

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