Events

Thursday, June 11, 2026, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Step into the remarkable story of Ross Hamilton, a Cumberland County native whose life bridged wartime service and theatrical fame. From his enlistment in the First World War and work as an ambulance driver to his celebrated performances in concert parties — most notably as “Marjorie”— Hamilton rose to post-war celebrity before serving again during the Second World War.

This lecture by Mieke van Vulpen explores Hamilton's complex journey, including his military expulsion and enduring legacy, bringing to light a fascinating and lesser-known chapter of local and national history.

Admission by donation or free to CHS members.

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 7:00 PM

Everyone is welcome to attend the upcoming Colchester Historical Society Annual General Meeting.

Discover what was achieved during the last fiscal year and participate in our journey forward.

A complete 2025-26 AGM report will be available on this website soon.

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

The Colchester Historical Society is getting ready for a fall book sale. If you have a surplus of gently used books, please bring them to the Colchester Historeum at 29 Young Street.

Using the ramp accessible from the parking area behind our building can make your delivery easier. Our summer hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.

The book sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19. We will have lots of great titles to choose from. Payment by cash and debit. 

Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Families with children ages five to eight are invited to join “Book Buddies,” a three-session story time with CHS volunteers beginning in July.

Each story hour starts at 10 am. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Admission is by donation or free to CHS members.