Main topics of discussion
Geology
Geology is the science of the earth, its processes, its history and its structure. This can include rocks, minerals, fossils, earthquakes, volcanoes and much much more. Often times a community can be shaped by the geology of the land. In an effort to get a better understanding of geology and how that can impact our local communities, some of these topics will be explored with an Atlantic Canada perspective.
Geoheritage
Geoheritage is deeply connected with people, it is a blend of natural and cultural heritage. This can be expressed through inter-generational knowledge and understanding of a place and how it can relate to human well being.
Often times these can be connected to people or events through a geological lens, such as human history, indigenous traditions, architecture, or industry and how they directly intersect with local geology.
Local history and built heritage
There are many artifacts relating to Kent County at the Richibucto River Museum (located on the Bonar Law Common). When I was the assistant curator of the museum in the summer of 2026, one of my main tasks was to look at the artifacts in the museum’s archives and determine the story related to the item. After all, what good is a photograph, ship light, or sewing machine if you don’t know the story and therefore significance of the object.
In an effort to share the stories and significance of these items in and around our local community, some historical objects will be displayed in this section along with their associated and known history, allowing for public transparency with our very own shared history.
Built heritage focuses on the human made structures and their significance relating to local culture, identity and history.