Tag Archives: Port Hood

Next Ceilidh: July 14, 2016

The second ceilidh of our 2016 summer ceilidh series will be Thursday, July 14 at 7 PM at the museum. The evening will also feature the launch of Rev. Harvey Tobey’s new book, My Father’s Watch. The novel is a work of historical fiction about life, death and life beyond death on Henry Island and Port Hood Island. This week our entertainment will… (more…)

July 7, 2016 Ceilidh

The Chestico Museum’s 2016 summer ceilidh series kicked off on July 7th. This is our 10th year of Thursday evening ceilidhs! The talented Hailee Lefort was our fiddler and she treated us to a selection of tunes. Hailee was accompanied by Cathy Hawley on the piano. Cathy is a longtime member of the Historical Sociaty and we are always happy to have her… (more…)

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…)

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…)