Argyle Township Court House & Archives
8162 / 8168 Hwy 3 B0W 3M0 Tusket, NS, Canada

Picture of the old Roman Catholic church in Eel Brook/Ste. Anne du Ruisseau, Yar.Co., NS, and the Glebe House and the Convent. This church burned on 23 March 1900. This photo was taken approximately in the 1890’s. P1983:37

This is a picture of the East Pubnico lighthouse at the entrance to Pubnico harbour. In 1967 these wooden structures were demolished by the Coast Guard. The present modern, automated light tower was decommissioned approximately around 1994. This picture was taken in 1936. P2001:555

Just a reminder that the Archives continues to be open by appointment only. Please call in advance, to make arrangements: 902-648-2493. Thank you for understanding. Stay safe.

On behalf of ATCHA staff and Historical Society Board of Directors, we wish you all a safe and joyous Christmas season, and may 2021 bring a renewed sense of normalcy and a restored spirit. We will be closed until January 4, 2021 (and rumors are that the Argus will be back from the printer shortly thereafter!). Happy Holidays!

This is a snapshot taken by teacher, Tessie (Armstrong) Deviller of her class at Bell Neck School (Section 28), Christmas time, about 1953. Fudge was at times made on top of the wood stove. At the back, L to R: Florene Dulong, d. of Bernie and Estelle; Ralph and Darrell Robichaud, sons of Melbourne and Dorothy; Middle row, L to R: Maureen, Marie and Wayne Doucet, children of Mel and Gladys; Kenneth Dulong, bro. of Florence. Front row, L to R: Larry Doucet, s. of Harvey and Margaret: Harry Doucet, s. of Mel and Gladys; Johnny Armstrong, s. of Paul and Bernadette; Jean and Jimmy Doucet, children of Harvey and Margaret. P1998:142

Wow, what a fantastic "Make a Wish" activity for our Tusket River Reminiscing Project. Thank you Francine of Blooming Ludus! Please share your "Wishes" with us!