West Hants Historical Society

Welcome to the West Hants Historical Society

Explore the rich history of West Hants and the surrounding areas in one of the Town of Windsor’s fascinating gems. Our hours are seasonal, so be sure to plan your trip.

Situated near the historic site of Fort Edward, our small museum is housed in the old Methodist church on King Street, and is run by volunteers.

Recent Posts

  • The Sure Cure of the Cod Liver Oil

    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 […]

  • The Doctor Will See You Now

    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 […]

  • Strange Pieces of the Past

    here’s no doubt technology has advanced a long way. In my time, I’ve seen phones go from attached to the wall with a cord, to a tiny computer in your […]

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    Walter Francis Lunn – A Fallen Soldier of The Great War: His Story

    Walter Francis Lunn – A Fallen Soldier of The Great War: His Story by Kevin Lunn Winnipeg, MB klunn36@mymts.net August 2018 Introduction It was late September 1918. The push was on […]

Do you have a great story or historical anecdote?

We’re looking for historians (amateur or otherwise) to share articles on our website. Email us with your idea or use our Contact page!