Student Summer Job Opportunities
Fort Sackville Foundation Student Summer Job Opportunities (may require working remotely) – 3 Positions Available https://scottmanor.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Student-Job-Descriptions-2021_.pdf
Programs for 2021
We had hoped to offer our Program postponed since 2019 this summer but once again the pandemic has required us to do things differently for the summer of 2021. However, we are very excited to host two exhibits if conditions allow. The first is an art show entitled: Celebrating The Group of Seven Centenary: Bedford …
Annual General Meeting, March 25, 7 pm.
The Fort Sackville Foundation Annual General Meeting will be held on Zoom, Thursday, March 25 at 7 pm. Agenda includes reports on the Foundation’s activities from the President and Coordinators, consideration of the annual financial report, and election of directors, among other items. Members of the FSF will automatically receive the Zoom invitation link by …
Scott Manor—Like You Have Never Seen It Before!
Adam Carney, an East Coast Amateur Aerials hobbyist drone pilot was captivated by Scott Manor House and its park like surroundings. With a love of history, he applied his talents to filming Bedford’s oldest home and heritage property. The video Scott Manor House is now available for all to see on East Coast Amateur Aerials’ …
General Meeting January 19th on Zoom
The Fort Sackville Foundation is holding a general meeting on Zoom, Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from 7 – 8:30 pm. Guest Speaker: Lisa Snider, MemoryNS Coordinator and Interim Archives Advisor, Council of Nova Scotia Archives. Topic: MemoryNS — An Introduction the Online Portal that Connects You with Archival Material in Nova Scotia A short Fort Sackville …
Scott Manor House Partial Reopening December 21
Scott Manor House is partially reopening again on December 21, on a restricted basis with COVID-19 public measures in place. A limited number of Foundation volunteers are working on research, resource and archive projects, mostly from home. They will be contacted directly by the Secretary or Coordinator regarding plans for resuming work sessions at Scott …
Warren Ervine (posthumous) Recipient CNSA Award
Warren Ervine (posthumous) Recipient CNSA Award Warren Ervine, Fort Sackville Foundation (FSF) Archivist from 2009 until his passing in Fall 2020, was posthumously recognized by the Council of Nova Scotia Archives for outstanding volunteer service to the Nova Scotia archival community. Warren was one of two Anna Hamilton Memorial Award recipients announced by the Council …
December 2020 Newsletter
Content includes: A Little Bit of History- try the quiz questions; Group of Seven Art: Bedford & Beyond; In Memoriam—Warren Ervine; President’s Message (reopening, strategic planning); Summer Students’ reflections, and more! View December 2020 Newsletter
Scott Manor House Closure
Scott Manor House Closure – effective immediately Scott Manor House is closed again due to the COVID-19 public health restrictions announced on November 24, 2020. We will reopen as conditions allow. The Fort Sackville Foundation appreciates your continued support and interest in our activities and Scott Manor House. We’re looking ahead to 2021, so please …
Reopening Scott Manor House
Public visits to Scott Manor are by appointment only for research purposes, with COVID-19 measures in place. No drop-in visits are permitted until further notice. A bubble of 2 persons is permitted per appointment. Visits are at the visitor’s own risk. To request an appointment, send an email to scott.manor@ns.sympatico.ca , describing your reasons for …