Visiting the Past Through New Interactive Exhibits
September 9, 2014 – Truro, NS – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Colchester County is getting another boost, offering a window into the town’s culture and history.
The Colchester Historeum will be adding interactive exhibits in the main hall, a large satellite image of the entire county on the floor and images on the window shades that will be visible from both inside and outside of the building. In addition, a new layout will provide space for small meetings and workshops, enabling the Historeum to expand program offerings.
The project is a welcome addition to earlier work completed in Truro’s Downtown Civic Square. The improvements will be enjoyed by residents and visitors who have an interest in discovering and sharing the history of Colchester County.
The Government of Canada is investing $199,657 in this project through ACOA’s Innovative Communities Fund, and another $49,999 through Canadian Heritage. As well, The Municipality of County of Colchester is investing $75,116.
Quick Facts:
- The Colchester Historeum building was constructed in 1900 and served as the Science Building for teachers-in-training until 1961.
- Since 1976 it has been the home of the Colchester Historical Society.
Quotes:
“Our Government is pleased to support the Colchester Historical Society’s upgrades to the Colchester Historeum. Interactive technology will enable unique learning experiences and make the community’s history more accessible to residents and visitors.”
- Scott Armstrong, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment and Social Development and Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA)
"This investment will allow the Colchester Historical Society to implement revitalization plans that were drawn up five years ago and give us the vehicle we need to deliver an engaging and fascinating cultural product. That product will provide our organization with relevance to the local community, grant us credibility within the tourism sector, and contribute authenticity to what it is we say we do."
- Joe Ballard, Vice President, Colchester Historical Society
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Contacts:
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Alex Smith
Director, Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-426-9417 / 902-448-2748 (cell)
Email: Alex.Smith@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Jordan LeBlanc
Curator/Administrator
Colchester Historical Society
902-895-6284
curator@colchesterhistoreum.ca
