Preserving and promoting the history of Nova Scotia
About the Society
The Royal Nova Scotia Historical Society was founded in 1878. The society meets monthly from September to May, inclusive to hear and to discuss individual papers about personalities, places and events integral to the history of Nova Scotia. Monthly meetings are held at 7:00 pm in the Lindsay Children’s Room on the 2nd floor at the Halifax Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Special Statement: RNSHS Letter to Provincial Goverment
The Royal Nova Scotia Historical Society has issued a formal letter to the provincial government expressing deep concern over proposed cuts to heritage programming and the potential closure of twelve provincial museums. Highlighting its 148-year commitment to preserving Nova Scotia's history, the Society argues that these institutions are foundational to the province's identity and that their loss would disproportionately impact the vitality and economic sustainability of rural communities. Under the motto Futura in Historia Vivet (The Future Will Live in History), the RNSHS urges the government to reconsider these decisions and pursue a collaborative plan that safeguards the shared heritage of all Nova Scotians. Click here to view our letter.
Upcoming Lecture
“The Seven Sacred Teachings of the Mi’kmaq” by Matthew Connolly and Corinne Hoebers
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 7:00 pm (Atlantic), in-person at the Lindsay Children’s Room on the 2nd floor at the Halifax Central Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Click here for the Zoom link.
Abstract:
We invite you on a journey with Matt Connolly, Speaking Wolf of the Qalipu band for a power point presentation of the Seven Sacred Mi’kmaq Teachings; and Corinne Hoebers, author of Tethered Spirits as she talks about her historical fiction novel of the Mi’kmaq and the settlers in 18th century Nova Scotia. and the deep need for diverse cultures to pause, learn, and listen to utterly understand one another. By looking honestly at our shared past, we can learn the value of cultural awareness.
Matthew Connolly
Matthew Connolly, Speaking Wolf of the Qalipu (pronounced Kal-a-boo) Band, was born in Corner Brook, NL. Upon retiring from the military, he became involved in safety training requirements and program development, working at both land and marine work sites, from construction to cruise ships. A father of two daughters and one son, he has been married to his wife, Dixie Lee, for thirty years. Matthew’s passion is sharing Aboriginal Mi’kmaw ancestry and cultural information.
Corinne Hoebers
As a direct descendant of one of the first 1753 settlers of Lunenburg, Corinne’s passion for history moved her to write her first self-published novel, Call of a Distant Shore, which won the Silver Medal for Canada Past, Best Fiction 2009, from the Independent Publisher Book Awards. Soon after, she began a comprehensive journey that led her to write Tethered Spirits.
