In celebration of the 70th Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ascending to the throne, the Albert County Historical Society will host a Platinum Jubilee Ceremony at the Court House on Saturday, June 4, 2022. This event will provide an opportunity to pay tribute to “our Queen of Canada”, who, for many of us, is the only Monarch we have ever known. The event begins at 1pm with a reception to follow in the Community Hall.
The Albert County Historical Society is pleased to announce the 60th Anniversary of the Albert County Museum taking place in 2022. The Museum, located in Hopewell Cape, NB, was opened to the public in 1962 on the site of the historic 1845 “Shiretown” of Albert County, the once-bustling municipality capital.
The Albert County Historical Society & Museum are proud to announce a Heritage Talk that will be taking place on Saturday, August 21st from 2-4 pm in the Albert County Court House. This Heritage Talk will share the history of the Reid Brother Architects who were born and raised in Harvey, and their accomplishments.
The Albert County Historical Society & Museum are proud to announce a Heritage Talk that will be taking place on Saturday, August 21st from 2-4 pm in the Albert County Court House. This Heritage Talk will share the history of the Reid Brother Architects who were born and raised in Harvey, and their accomplishments.
People of the Tides - Museum Experience & Community Fair - Part of the 2021 Rising Tide Festival! The Albert County Museum opens at 9:30 and the Community Fair starts at 11:00 am with live music from 1:30 to 4 pm outdoors in front of the Exhibition Hall. Featured Performers are: TOMATO / TOMATO, The Road Kings, headed by Shane Douthwright, and Colin Fowlie. Tickets are only $15 each or $10 for seniors and students
We are proud to share the story of Albert County’s Molly Kool, first female sea Captain in North America. Born and raised in Alma, NB, Molly changed the Canadian Shipping Act by becoming a sea captain. Hosted by ACHS President Dawne McLean, this informative and educational video was produced by NB Tourism, Heritage and Culture and was recorded and edited by Peter Brzezicki of Painted Haus Productions and includes music from recording artist Paul Toner. We are proud of you Captain Molly Kool!
“Love Your Covered Bridge Day”. Bring your lawn chair and join us for a festive afternoon on Sunday, August 1, 2pm-4pm, at the Sawmill Creek Covered Bridge in Hopewell Hill (just a stone’s throw off Route 114). Tap your toes to lively music played by Sara and James Nelson. Listen to the interesting history of the construction of the bridge. Enjoy canteen refreshments provided by Riverside-Albert Volunteer Fire Dept and also an ice-cream from C&S!
Canada’s National Museum Day takes place every year on May 18th. We are honoured to be doing our part by preserving and sharing the history of Albert County and New Brunswick with our local community and the visiting public. We have a great line-up of events for the 2021 season starting with our Season Opening on May 22nd with a Heritage Talk on Grindstone Island. See you at the Albert County Museum this Summer! Open Daily from 9:30 to 5:30 until the end of September! www.albertcountymuseum.com
Albert County Museum Officially Opens the 2021 Season with new “Grindstone Island” Exhibit and Heritage Presentation taking place on Saturday, May 22nd at 2pm in the Hopewell Cape Community Hall. For safety reasons, we can host a maximum of 50 attendees (by donation or admission to ACM). The Museum is open daily from 9:30 to 5:30 through to the end of September. Join us to meet the “People of the Tides”!
Albert County Historical Society & Museum would like to congratulate fellow nominees and award winners as part of the Albert County Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Excellence Awards, these year with the theme “Small Town - Big Hearts”. Thanks for nominating the Albert County Historical Society & Museum as well as sharing the work we did on Albert County 175 with community - we hope you can visit the Museum after we open on May 22nd!
