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Bridal Party

The bride and groom and the “bridesboy” and “bridesgirl” at Alice Drake’s wedding on December 27, 1952.

Preparations for the Bishop’s Visit

When the bishop came to the communities, arches were created throughout the community. Evergreen boughs were used to create these arches and young people and others gathered around […]

Marion’s Special Gift

Marion: The most fantastic thing I got for Christmas was an accident. I use to look in the old catalogues, Eaton’s catalogues and I wanted the little golden […]

Ruby King’s Wedding

Interviewer: When you came home and got married, what kind of wedding you have? Ruby: Oh, just old fashion wedding. Interviewer: So what kind of wedding would that […]

Outdoor Performance of West Moon

The play West Moon, by Al Pittman, tells the story of how the souls of the dead rise in a resettled community on All Souls’ Night. They look […]

Mrs. Anne Whiffen Demonstrates How She Would Sing for the Mummers

A feisty 90 year old Mrs. Anne shows us her skill at singing for the mummers. Siting at a kitchen table, she taps her feet and sings a […]

Concert on St. Patrick’s Day

The priest would often attend important times, like Paddy’s Day. If there was a concert, he would be given an important role such as introducing “a part” or […]