The Albert County Historical Society Quilt Committee are hosting the 47th Annual Quilt Show & Sale July 11th to July 15th from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm at the Albert County Museum. ADMISSION FEE: $3 at the door. This year the Quilt Show Committee are excited to display over 200 quilted articles ranging from quilt tops, crib and lap quilts, finished quilted projects to full size quilts. Visit one of the largest Quilt Shows In Atlantic Canada! Hundreds of items on display and for sale!
You are invited to join this special live theatre performance on Monday, July 3rd at 1:30 pm. The event will honour of the legacy of Prime Minister R.B. Bennett and Max Aitken, Lord Beaverbrook, who were lifelong friends and both born in New Brunswick. Professional Actors, Tom Daley and Shawn McCarthy, bring heritage based entertainment during a “conversation between friends.”
Join us on Thursday, June 15th for a Coronation Social in honour of King George lll. Tickets are $15 and included tea, coffee and desert. Raffle prizes and special presentation by attendees of the recent Coronation in London. Purchase tickets in person at the Albert County Museum or by calling 506-734-2003. You can also purchase on-line by clicking here: On-line Coronation Social Tickets
Today, we remember the birthday of Albert County’s legendary Molly Kool, who was born on February 23, 1916 in the Fundy coast village of Alma. Molly grew up sailing on the Bay of Fundy with her father, learning the skills to navigate the scow named the “Jean K’ on the dangerous tidal waters. Molly loved the sea and was determined to become a ship’s captain.
Thursday, February 9th Heritage Talk. Join us from 2-4 at Riverview Town Hall to learn about Albert County's incredible history with Albert County Historical Society President and published author, Dawne McLean, and Museum Manager, Janet Clouston, “A Glimpse of Past Days” books will be available for purchase - signed by the author!
Here is a chance to own a piece of history by purchasing the new book "A GLIMPSE OF PAST DAYS". Compiled and written by Dawne McLean, President of the Albert County Historical Society, this book is available at a price of $25. It will be a treasured Christmas gift! There are several ways to purchase in person and the promotional poster has details about how you can purchase a copy.
Please join us on Saturday, November 5th at 2pm in the Hopewell Cape Community Hall for the launch of the new book "A GLIMPSE OF PAST DAYS". Compiled and written by Dawne McLean, President of the Albert County Historical Society, this book will be available for sale starting November 5th at a price of $25, and it will be a treasured Christmas gift!
The Albert County Historical Society now needs your financial support to preserve this iconic building for future generations. A major refurbishment project is required to save the pillars on the portico, address issues with the stone masonry foundation and other repairs to the exterior of the building.
Introducing the inaugural “Living by the Sea” Children’s Festival at the Albert County Museum! This event is being held during two days – August 12 & 13, 2022 from 10am to 3pm daily. The Children’s Festival will include entertainment, music, games, museum exhibits and book reading presentations by well known children’s authors, Jennifer McGrath and Dianne Carmel-Leger. Participation in the Children’s Festival is included with regular paid admission to the Museum by parents, grandparents or guardians.
