Events

Tuesday, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Join CHS volunteer Valerie Tucker as she delves into Kemptown's history, exploring early settlers, the coal and sawmill industries, general news, notable people, and community structures.

Admission by donation or free to CHS members.

Wednesday, November 04, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

During the First World War thousands of Canadian women served in hospitals and casualty clearing stations, caring for sick or wounded soldiers. They were often near the front lines. Others served on hospital ships and in military hospitals in Canada.

Fifty-eight Canadian nursing sisters died during the war years.This presentation will share stories of remarkable women from Nova Scotia – particularly those from Central Nova Scotia, who served their country as nursing sisters.

Admission by donation. Free to CHS members.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

As a tribute to Remembrance Day, join us for a Lunch + Learn presentation by Francis Nickerson, Royal Canadian Legion Colchester Branch 26.

In his presentation, Nickerson will reflect on the contributions made by local servicemen during the First and Second World Wars, Korean War, and Afghanistan, highlighting the history of the Truro Cenotaph and some of those who are honoured on this monument.

Admission by donation. Free to CHS members.

Friday, November 20, 2026, 10:00 AM

Get involved, share your thoughts, and learn community history by joining the Cobequid Chapters Book Club, a new initiative of the Colchester Historical Society.

Over the course of the year, club participants will read and discuss several book titles with links to Colchester history.

November's book choice is "Ruff Tides" by author Laura Churchill Duke. The historic true crime novel explores the 1842 death of John Ruff who was killed in a logging accident at his home on Fundy Five Islands' Moose Island. Join the book discussion at 10am on Friday, Nov. 20. 

Selected novels are available by request through the Truro Library, local booksellers, and online options.

Participation is by donation or free to CHS members. 

Crafting enthusiasts are welcome to visit the Historeum weekly on Tuesday afternoons as we welcome Creation Café to our space.

Starting on Oct. 27 from 1-4pm this group of creative folks will join for fellowship and fun as they work on handcrafted items that bring them joy.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

Join our crib action every Tuesday from 1:30-3:30 pm.

New and experienced players are welcome.

Admission is $2 or free with a Colchester Historical Society membership.

Join our Canasta card play every Thursday from 1:30-3:30 pm.

New and experienced players are welcome.

Admission is $2 or free with a Colchester Historical Society membership.