- A Not-For-Profit Museum & Archives dedicated to the history of Colchester County, Nova Scotia
History Hub: The Role of Train Porters
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Many local Black men found employment within the railway. As a continuation of the recent railway lecture series, this Hub session led by CHS member Elinor Maher will explore the lives of sleeping car porters and other railway employees from Truro’s Black communities, and the challenges they faced due to racism.
Admission by donation, free to CHS members
History Hub: Trains Through Truro
Wednesday, May 06, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Trains traveled through Truro carrying goods and people, but there were many special trains visiting the town. As a continuation of our railway lecture series, this History Hub by CHS member Andrew Blackburn explores royalty, dignitaries and trains of occasion that were a highlight at the station.
Admission by donation, free to CHS members
"Grist: Putting the Muse in Museum" Lunch + Learn with author Linda Little
June 03, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Join author Linda Little for a Lunch & Learn presentation as she recounts how her historical novel, "Grist", was born in the Balmoral Grist Mill where she worked for many seasons.
In addition to short readings from her novel, she will examine how narratives built on the past shape our understanding of where we came from and where we are.
Her presentation will also explore the assumptions made and the subsequent stories told about women's place in history.
Linda Little is a history buff and the author of three novels including "Grist." In addition to her work at the Nova Scotia museum, she has taught at the Agricultural Campus and now works part-time as a baker.
Bring your lunch, refreshments provided.
Admission by donation or free to CHS members.
2026 Heritage Award Night
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026,
The Colchester Historical Society annually celebrates individuals or groups who make a substantial contribution to Colchester County heritage.
Awards are considered for any work of heritage, which may include, but is not limited to: written work, built heritage, visual arts with a heritage-related theme, or musical composition or presentation.
Everyone is welcome to attend the awards night to help us celebrate our winners.