East Hants History Snippets

Following is a selection of presentations and articles written for the East Hants Historical Society - we hope you catch a glimpse into our past and enjoy!

A Distinguished Table - Shubenacadie's connection to the Titanic

Dr. Annie Hennigar- The First Country Doctor in the Maritimes to Wear a Petticoat

Early Schools in East Hants - A paper presented to the Historical Society in 1968

Kate MacArthur and 'Jenny'- An incredible story of survival

A History of the MicMac Indians in Hants County - A paper presented to the Historical Society in 1968

W.D. Lawrence - An extraordinary man

Early Settlement of Rawdon- A paper presented to the Historical Society in 1968

The Bone Knockers - A wonderful tale of intrigue

Pioneer Cooking - A paper presented to the Historical Society in March 1972

Anthony Park - Atomic bombs and spies?

Samuel Cunard - A paper presented to the Historical Society in 1968

Bay View Creamery - An industry on the Noel Shore