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West Hants Historical Society
Explore the rich history of West Hants, Nova Scotia and the surrounding areas in one of the Town of Windsor's fascinating gems.
As of June 30, 2020 the primary contact and general inquiry email for the West Hants Historical Society is: info@westhantshistoricalsociety.ca We will continue to monitor our old address until July 15, 2020 at which time it will be retired and no longer monitored. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for …
The West Hants Historical Society is pleased to announce that it will be open this summer from 9am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday beginning June 30, 2020. COVID-19 safety restrictions will apply. What you need to know: Visiting the Museum No more than ten (10) persons will be permitted in the museum main gallery at one timeSocial distance must …
In December, 1917, tragedy struck Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Halifax Explosion, a devastating event, was one that ultimately left around 25, 000 souls without shelter. A blanket of snow would soon coat the destroyed city, creating a discombobulating sense of calm amid the chaos. A blizzard descended upon Halifax, making life even harder for any …
I have always had a love of medicine, I think it stems from the fact that I grew up in a family with medical ties. Therefore when I first came to the West Hants Historical Society I was immediately intrigued by the display of historical medicine. The medical world has advanced in so many ways …
