In honour of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Fredericton Society of Saint Andrew, the Fredericton Region Museum is proud to host a vibrant new exhibition programme entitled “Celebrating 200 Years of Scottish Benevolence in Fredericton.” The opening of this new exhibition took place on May 25, with Her Worship Kate Rogers (herself [...]
FREDERICTON, NB –Experience Fresh Summer Flavors on Our Museum Balcony! Working in partnership with The Squeeze Salad and Smoothie Bar on Regent Street, indulge in a delightful array of culinary delights this summer with our exclusive balcony picnic at the Fredericton Region Museum. Whether you're craving a hearty Large Classic Burrito packed with eggs, cheese, [...]
2026 will mark the 110th anniversary of the No. 2 Construction Battalion. Officially formed on July 5th 1916, No 2 Construction Battalion was the largest Black military unit ever established in Canadian history. The men of the Battalion served with honour and determination, carrying out critical duties in the Forest of La Joux in France [...]
The Fredericton Region Museum is very pleased to announce that Jennifer Dow’s ever popular Black History walking tour of downtown Fredericton is now available in both official languages. It can be accessed at your convenience via the internationally acclaimed VoiceMap app (https://voicemap.me/). Jennifer Dow is a sixth-generation descendant of early Black New Brunswickers. Her 4.1 [...]
Loyalist period Pattern 1756 Heavy Dragoon pistol, Collection of the Fredericton Region Museum, 1969.3118.1 FREDERICTON – May 12, 2025. In honour of Loyalist Day (May 18), the Fredericton Region Museum would like to commemorate the day with an artefact feature by historian Dr. Gary Campbell. Gary is an avid volunteer at the Museum, [...]
Susannah Smith sampler, New Maryland, New Brunswick, 1853 Gift of Barbara J. Gill; Fredericton Region Museum, 2009.1.1 The Story of Susannah Smith and Her Teacher I would be busy like the bee, improving the time that God has given; To escape from wo and fly to heaven. FREDERICTON – March 6, 2025. In [...]
New Publication by Major (retired) Harold A Skaarup: Canadian Expeditionary Force and Militia Cap Badges, York Sunbury Historical Society, Fredericton Region Museum Collection FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 1, 2025 FREDERICTON, NB – The Fredericton Region Museum is pleased to announce the release of Major (retired) Harold A Skaarup’s new publication Canadian Expeditionary Force and [...]
Announcing 2024 Recipients of the Martha J Harvey Award of Distinction and York-Sunbury Historical Society Author Awards FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 11, 2024 Fredericton, NB – The York-Sunbury Historical Society is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of the Martha J. Harvey Award of Distinction, as well as Author Recognition Awards. During a recent [...]
Each year, the York-Sunbury Historical Society remembers a service member who fell in the service of their country. This year, we have chosen Lieutenant Russell Edward Ganong. The Memorial Cross that was given to his mother forms part of our exhibit at the Fredericton Region Museum that features the Italian Campaign and the breaking of [...]
Honouring Garfield Saunders and Fredericton’s Harvest Music Festival "Jazz Festival Fredericton #4" by Garfield Saunders, c 2010; Gift of the Artist (2011.17.1), Fredericton Region Museum FREDERICTON, NB – September 9, 2024 (for immediate release): In celebration of Fredericton’s Harvest Music Festival, the Fredericton Region Museum will be open special hours during Harvest: Wednesday [...]
