The fourth ceilidh of the Chestico Museum’s 2015 summer ceilidh series was held on July 23rd. Wally Ellison was with us to launch his new publication, The Bras d’Or Lakes: Cape Breton’s Inland Sea. We were also happy that Wally brought along his pipes and played a few tunes. The very talented Broussard Family was with us as well and were… (more…)
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Next Ceilidh: July 23, 2015
The fourth ceilidh of our 2015 summer ceilidh series will be Thursday, July 23 at 7 PM at the museum. The evening will also feature the launch of Wally Ellison’s new book, The Bras d’Or Lakes : Cape Breton’s Inland Sea. This week we will feature: Wally Ellison – Bagpipes The Broussard Family – Fiddle & Dance Breagh Jenkins &… (more…)
Wally Ellison Evening Recap
On Thursday, June 20th, the Chestico Museum hosted a book signing by Wally Ellison for his new work, Waterfalls, Cape Breton’s Hidden Treasures. Wally signed numerous books and also presented a slideshow on Cape Breton waterfalls. Wally was most informative and his talk was greatly enjoyed! Wally also brought along some musical friends and we had quite the ceilidh! Entertaining… (more…)
Wally Ellison Book Signing
The Chestico Museum is pleased to announce we will be hosting a book signing for Wally Ellison’s new book Waterfalls, Cape Breton’s Hidden Treasures on Thursday, June 20th at 7 PM. The evening will include a 30 minute slideshow presentation on Cape Breton waterfalls as well as musical entertainment by Wally (pipes), Patrick Lamey (guitar), Brandi McCarthy (fiddle) and Kolten… (more…)
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