The Queen Hotel, once a popular place to stay on Hollis Street faced a number of misfortunes in its storied history.
Charles Fenerty, the Father of Modern Paper – A Brief and Not At All Definitive History
Discover Charles Fenerty’s groundbreaking invention of wood pulp paper and its lasting impact on the world of printing.
The Life and Hard Times of Halifax’s Upper Streets: A Brief and Not At All Definitive History
Peek into the "Victorian Era" Halifax. The realities of a highly divided social class system, and the life in the so called "Upper Streets" of Halifax.
Dr. William D. Finn, Nova Scotia’s First Medical Examiner – A Brief and Not At All Definitive History
Discover the inspiring life of Dr. William D. Finn, Halifax’s medical hero, who faced the Titanic and Halifax Explosion tragedies with resilience and compassion.
Street Smart: Esdaile Avenue
Explore the legacy of John B. Esdaile, a Scottish immigrant who shaped Dartmouth's history, from his entrepreneurial success in Montreal to his community contributions.
Back in the Day: Vintage Halifax Postcards
Take a journey through time with Halifax Public Libraries' collection of 500 vintage postcards, offering a glimpse into the past of Halifax and beyond.
Born in Asia, Raised in Halifax: Stories of Asian Immigrants to Canada
Follow the stories of three families who immigrated from different parts of Asia and settled their roots into the history of a vibrant and growing Halifax.
On this Day: News of the New Year!
What will 2024 bring for the good people of planet Earth? It's hard to say! Since we can't see into the future, let's take a look into the past.
Gone But Not Forgotten – Part 1: Private Harvey Matthew Thomas and The Great War
Though humanity has never been a stranger to bloodshed, the war that began in the warmest days of 1914 would be a conflict like no one had ever seen.
Gone But Not Forgotten – Part 2: Sister Nurse Florence Louisa MacInnes and The Great War
During World War I, people across Canada and the world were mobilized to fight together for a greater good. They were willing to stand up for what they believed in even if that meant paying the ultimate price. But some people paid a price they did not expect.
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