Tag Archives: Parrsborough Shore Historical Society

Marine library named in honour of Parrsboro historian Conrad Byers

Posted on November 30, 2015 by brucewark

The Ottawa House Museum has named its research library after Parrsboro’s much-loved local historian. The Conrad Byers Marine Library was officially opened yesterday at the museum. During a special ceremony, Harriet McCready Chair of the Parrsborough Shore Historical Society, described … Continue reading →

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O’Regans honoured for contributions to Ottawa House restoration

Posted on August 17, 2015 by brucewark

Three generations of the O’Regan clan gathered at the Ottawa House Museum yesterday for a special ceremony honouring the family for its contributions to the restoration of the 240-year-old building. Colin Curleigh, Chair of the Parrsborough Shore Historical Society, thanked … Continue reading →

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Historical Society takes ownership of Ottawa House

Posted on April 3, 2015 by brucewark

The Parrsborough Shore Historical Society has decided to accept ownership of historic Ottawa House. Society president Colin Curleigh says 34 members attended a general meeting on Monday and after considerable discussion, members voted to accept the provincial government’s offer to … Continue reading →

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