Events & Past Lectures · Page 5
“A Handful of Precious Rebels”: Queer Organizing in 20th Century Newfoundland and Labrador
Rhea Rollman
February 29, 2024
Newfoundland and Labrador has a rich history of queer community-building and activism. Organizing kicked into high-gear 50 years ago with the establishment of the Community Homophile Association of Newfoundland (CHAN), the province’s first formally organized queer activist group. In the ensuing two decades a succession of community groups would form to carry on a bold,… Read More
ONE MAN’S JOURNEY: The Mi’kmaw Revival in Ktaqmkuk
Elder Calvin White
January 25, 2024
In this online lecture, Mi’kmaw Activist, Chief, and Elder, Calvin White, provides a snapshot of his beliefs and how he was mentored by many people on Indigenous history, responsibilities, philosophy, and world view of his community. Elder White considers this a gift from his ancestors. His experience has allowed him to be able to contribute… Read More
MENTIONED IN SONG: Songs and Stories of Early Twentieth Century Woods Workers of Newfoundland & Labrador
Ursula Kelly & Meghan Forsyth with live performances by Darrel Brenton & Jim Payne
November 30, 2023
This presentation recalls and celebrates NL’s rich history of lumbering and logging as told through the songs, tunes, stories, and photos of our early woods workers. Drawing on archival and new recordings, and including live performances by a local actor and musician, this presentation will highlight various aspects of woods culture on the island and… Read More
Teaching Out of Bounds
Marie-Beth Wright
October 26, 2023
From 1940 to 1969, hundreds of young people in Newfoundland taught in multi-graded classrooms or sole-charge schools in small, isolated communities. Although training, infrastructure, and equipment were sparse, these teachers established heart-to-heart connections in communities which led parents and students to trust their efforts, resulting in much success. This presentation profiles these teachers and highlights… Read More
The Culture of Garment Consumption, Production, and Use in Bonavista, Newfoundland, 1860-1880
Dr. Meaghan Walker
September 28, 2023
The journals of the Ryan’s Merchant Premises contain a day-to-day record of what Bonavistans were purchasing from such a merchant store. Among the fishing supplies, imported foods and general household wares sold by the Ryans at the store are copious amounts of fabrics and notions, as well as ready-made clothing. The large movement of fabrics… Read More