Fredericton's first volunteers for the No 2 Construction Corps included George (second from the left) and Frank (far right) Claybourn. The Daily Gleaner, August 16, 1916; Provincial Archives of New Brunswick. (Fredericton, NB – July 4, 2022) – On July 9, 2022 Canada will issue a National Apology to the relatives and descendants [...]
Since the arrival of Black Loyalists in 1783, there have been settlers of African descent who have contributed greatly to the development of New Brunswick. Working ever so silently, without recognition or applause, families and communities have banded together to contribute in significant ways to the social enfranchisement of themselves and their neighbours. This Community [...]
Cyndi Nash Artist in Residence 2022 This summer the Fredericton Region Museum is honoured to host three amazing Artists in Residence whose experience and practice ranges from First Nations spirituality and visual arts to the art of Salmon Fly Tying. Funding for the Artist in Residence Program is provided by the City [...]
Fashionable Motoring and New Brunswick’s Keep-Left Crisis Contact us for the ZOOM Link at frmoperations@gmail.com The fascinating true story of how New Brunswickers changed from left to right driving in the early days of the automobile - and the controversy that ensued - will be the focus of the York Sunbury Historical Society's [...]
Rebels on the River: The American Revolution and New Brunswick Contact us for the ZOOM Link at frmoperations@gmail.com The New England Planters who rose in rebellion along the St. John River during the American Revolutionary War will be the focus of the next presentation in the York Sunbury Historical Society Speaker Series, featuring [...]
Manny McIntyre: Elite Athlete & Sports Pioneer FREE VIRTUAL Presentation "Manny McIntyre: Elite Athlete & Sports Pioneer" 7 pm, Thursday, February 17, 2022, VIA ZOOM Contact us for the ZOOM Link at frmoperations@gmail.com The incredible true story of Canadian sports icon, Manny McIntyre, will be the focus of the next presentation in the [...]
Professionalizing New Brunswick's Militia 1860-1865 The transformation of New Brunswick's militia to a professional force from 1860 to 1865 is the focus of the next presentation in the York Sunbury Historical Society's virtual speaker series featuring historians Dr. Elizabeth Mancke and Stefanie Slaunwhite. This LIVE event is FREE and will be held via [...]
The Rightful Place of Indigenous Veterans by Hon. Graydon Nicholas, 7 pm, Dec 8, 2021. The Rightful Place of Indigenous Veterans will be the focus of the December 8th, York Sunbury Historical Society's virtual presentation featuring Hon. Graydon Nicholas, Chancellor Saint Thomas University and former Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick. This LIVE event [...]
Lance Corporal Charles Darcus Charles [William] Darcus was born in Dublin, Ireland on 22 February 1893. He was one of six brothers, four of whom emigrated to Canada, and all served during the First World War. When he enlisted in the 26th Battalion at Saint John on 28 November 1914, he stated that [...]
2021 Newsletter Fredericton Region Museum. Click here to download PDF. Click to download in PDF format: Fredericton Region Museum Newsletter 2021 It is an honour and a privilege to be the President of the York Sunbury Historical Society. We have an incredible team of enthusiastic museologists, guided by a highly educated Board of [...]
