Colchester Historeum Museum & Archives

Colchester Historeum Museum & Archives Explore Colchester's past and present through fascinating museum exhibits and archival resources Our Gift Shop offers local publications for purchase.

The Colchester Historical Society continues to preserve and present Colchester County’s past by striving to offer an authentic and inclusive perspective of local history and culture through community and visitor engagement in its operation of the Colchester Historeum, a museum and archives located in Truro, Nova Scotia. Using contemporary methods of interpretation, collections management, and educ

ation, we encourage conversation, understanding, and meaningful connections between all individuals. The Museum collects, preserves and exhibits artifacts and stories related to Colchester heritage. The Archives preserves thousands of records, documents, publications and photos to help with historical and genealogical research.

For Throwback Thursday we have a photo showing H.S. Fraser’s Barber Shop and the Rose Hotel & Cafe on the Esplanade, Tru...
06/18/2026

For Throwback Thursday we have a photo showing H.S. Fraser’s Barber Shop and the Rose Hotel & Cafe on the Esplanade, Truro, circa 1950.

Our thanks to Mieke van Vulpen for bringing the story of Ross Hamilton's life and career to the Historeum Thursday night...
06/12/2026

Our thanks to Mieke van Vulpen for bringing the story of Ross Hamilton's life and career to the Historeum Thursday night for a special Pride Month lecture.

Hamilton was a veteran of both the First and Second World Wars and became one of the most famous female impersonators in Canadian history. His character, Marjorie — and the wartime concert party he performed with — became highly influential for generations of Canadian entertainers.

Mieke, who brought with her a felted portrait of Marjorie she received as a gift, has nominated Hamilton for recognition on a Canadian stamp.

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Join us at 7pm tonight for a Pride Month Lecture with Mieke van Vulpen, who will explore the remarkable story of Ross Ha...
06/11/2026

Join us at 7pm tonight for a Pride Month Lecture with Mieke van Vulpen, who will explore the remarkable story of Ross Hamilton, a Cumberland County native whose life bridged wartime service and theatrical fame.

From his enlistment in the First World War and work as an ambulance driver to his celebrated performances in concert parties — most notably as “Marjorie”— Hamilton rose to post-war celebrity before serving again during the Second World War.

The presentation will highlight Hamilton's complex journey, including his military expulsion and enduring legacy, bringing to light a fascinating and lesser-known chapter of local and national history.

Admission by donation or free to CHS members.

Join us for Canasta from 1:30-3:30 pm on Thursdays. New and experienced players are welcome.Admission is $2 or free to C...
06/11/2026

Join us for Canasta from 1:30-3:30 pm on Thursdays. New and experienced players are welcome.

Admission is $2 or free to Colchester Historical Society members.

For Throwback Thursday we have an aerial photo of the Brookfield Cement Plant, Cement Plant Road, date unknown. ...
06/11/2026

For Throwback Thursday we have an aerial photo of the Brookfield Cement Plant, Cement Plant Road, date unknown.

Join us at 7pm Thursday, June 11 for a Pride Month Lecture with Mieke van Vulpen, who will explore the remarkable story ...
06/04/2026

Join us at 7pm Thursday, June 11 for a Pride Month Lecture with Mieke van Vulpen, who will explore the remarkable story of Ross Hamilton, a Cumberland County native whose life bridged wartime service and theatrical fame.

From his enlistment in the First World War and work as an ambulance driver to his celebrated performances in concert parties — most notably as “Marjorie”— Hamilton rose to post-war celebrity before serving again during the Second World War.

The presentation will highlight Hamilton's complex journey, including his military expulsion and enduring legacy, bringing to light a fascinating and lesser-known chapter of local and national history.

Admission by donation or free to CHS members.

For Throwback Thursday we have a new addition to our archival collection: a photo of Dewar’s Garage, corner of Main Stre...
06/04/2026

For Throwback Thursday we have a new addition to our archival collection: a photo of Dewar’s Garage, corner of Main Street and College Road, Bible Hill. This garage was operated from 1947 to 1966 and subsequently became Cavanaugh’s Food Market.

Join us for a Lunch & Learn presentation with author Linda Little at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3 as she recounts ho...
06/02/2026

Join us for a Lunch & Learn presentation with author Linda Little at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3 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 assumptions made and subsequent stories told about women's place in history.

Bring your lunch, refreshments provided.
Admission by donation or free to CHS members.

Address

29 Young Street
Truro, NS
B2N3W3

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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+19028956284

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