The the gift of two peals of handbells to the Mohawk Chapel during the Queen’s most recent visit to Canada demonstrates the continuity of a relationship that pre-dates the existence of Canada by more than 150 years.
Posts Tagged ‘Brantford’
Colborne Street Breakdown II: Demolition and Community History
Colborne Street is the historic downtown of Brantford and by many accounts this stretch of buildings represents the longest stretch of pre-Confederation buildings remaining Canada, but Tuesday June 8th was a dark day for history, heritage and the city of Brantford.
Active History Announcements June 5 – 12
The following upcoming events may be of interest to our readers:NiCHE job posting, News from the CHA, CIHC history and heritage, Approaching the Past, PSAT General Meeting.
Active History Announcements: May 23-29
The following upcoming events may be of interest to our readers: History and teaching workshop, Events at the CHA, Heritage and History in Brantford, call for bloggers.
Active History Announcements: May 16-22
The following upcoming events may be of interest to our readers (click on ‘continue reading’ below for full descriptions): Approaching the past, Active History at CHA, Book Launch, History and Heritage in Brantford.
Active History Announcements: May 9-15
The following upcoming events may be of interest to our readers: Approaching the past, Active History lunch, History and Heritage in Brantford, Digest of blog posts.
Active History Announcements – May 2 to 8
The following upcoming events may be of interest to our readers (click here or ‘continue reading’ below for full descriptions):
Colborne Street Breakdown: Public Protest, a University, and Academic Activism
This is a story about heritage buildings, those trying to save them, a city council, a university, and academics caught in the middle. It’s a story that raises questions about academics’ responsibilities in the community, academic freedom and activism, and the universities they work for.
