Show and Tell at the Nanaimo Historical Society

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Thursday, January 10th, 2019
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

As is the tradition of the Nanaimo Historical Society, we kickstart the new year with our open house "Show and Tell" where we invite members and the public to participate in the program.

This circle meeting is one of our livelier and interactive gatherings where attendees may present and tell the provenance of their collectibles or collections. Items of interest may be, but not limited to, local artefacts, tools, letters, photos, maps, brochures, advertising, newspaper clippings, etc..

Do you have any time that makes you wonder: "What is this thing?" Bring it along and see if the collective knowledge of the group can help identify it.

The meeting unfolds a bit like the Antiques Road Show and American (or Canadian) Pickers -- minus the appraisals and dickering!

Other stories to be told may not be inspired by a tangible item; rather someone may have an eyewitness account, or memoir, of a place or event in local history. These could include reminiscences and memorabilia from former landmark businesses, restaurants, hotels...or an anecdote of a meeting, or acquaintance, with a memorable local character or personality.

If you have more than one item of idea to share, bring both. If time permits we cant take another lap around the group for seconds.

Please join us this evening to learn from and discuss the interest of NHS members and our community in Auld Lang Syne

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The Nanaimo Historical Society is a non-profit organization. Founded in 1953, the mission of the NHS is to preserve, promote, and celebrate the history of Nanaimo and Central Vancouver Island.

Annual membership is $10 for a student, $24 for an individual, $30 for a family, and $34 for an organization. Membership includes a subscription to the British Columbia Historical Federation Magazine.

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