[BCMA] BC Historical Federation Conference

Tue Mar 22 11:24:12 PDT 2016

Revelstoke Revisited - B.C. Historical Federation Conference

If you have an interest in the history of British Columbia, then Revelstoke
will be the place to be from May 26th to 28th.

Revelstoke Museum & Archives is hosting "Revelstoke Revisited," the annual
conference of the British Columbia Historical Federation and has planned an
agenda that is sure to satisfy the craving for knowledge of history
enthusiasts from throughout the province. 

Everyone can participate in Revelstoke Revisited; you do not have to be a
member of a historical association to attend.

Revelstoke Museum and Archives is hosting the opening reception on Thursday
evening and participants will see the stunning recent exhibits, including
Land of Thundering Snow, First Tracks, and Sinixt - People of the Bull
Trout. Vocalist Jacolyn Daniluck and pianist Lyda Carey will take you back
to the age of the crooners, and Gray Monk Winery will provide a taste of the
Okanagan. 

The keynote address of the conference will be delivered at Revelstoke's
beautiful Performing Arts Centre on the morning of May 27. Noted B.C.
scientist Dr. John Woods will present the stories that he uncovered as head
researcher and writer for Land of Thundering Snow, a website on the Virtual
Museum of Canada that was created by Revelstoke Museum and Archives and
partners. The fascinating subject of avalanches and snow science in Canada
will be presented by Dr. Woods with illustrations and examples from the
website. Viewers will never underestimate the power of an avalanche after
seeing this presentation.

Cathy English, curator of Revelstoke Museum and Archives, will present a
lively talk on "The Romance of the Big Bend," weaving tales of tragedy,
triumph, and encounters with the wild in the mineral-rich area north of
Revelstoke. Ms. English will also introduce participants to Revelstoke's
incredible ski history.

Conference delegates will have the opportunity to see Revelstoke's history
up close and personal with a choice of four tours on the afternoon of May
27. Tour options include a bus tour to Rogers Pass National Historic site in
Glacier National Park; a bus tour to Revelstoke Dam, B.C. Interior Forestry
Museum, and Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre; a walking tour of the Revelstoke
River Trail; and a walking tour of Revelstoke's historic downtown. On
Saturday afternoon, May 28, all of the delegates will have the opportunity
to visit the historic Nels Nelsen ski area on Mount Revelstoke and put
themselves in the shoes, or should we say, skis, of the world-class ski
jumpers who once sought fame on the hill.  

The B.C. Historical Federation will be dedicating their stunning monument to
noted B.C. explorer and surveyor Walter Moberly at Revelstoke Railway Museum
on the evening of May 27, followed by a reception featuring beer from Mt.
Begbie Brewing Company and rollicking Revelstoke entertainment from local
thespians. 

The conference weekend will culminate in a sumptuous banquet at Revelation
Lodge at Revelstoke Mountain Resort. With stunning views of the Columbia
Valley stretched out below, delegates will enjoy the jazz stylings of Bob
Rogers Trio and celebrate the winners of the B.C. Historical Writing Awards,
to be presented by Lieutenant-Governor Judith Guichon. 

Throughout the conference, a book fair will be set up at Regent Inn, where
history enthusiasts can browse titles on B.C. history and in some cases,
chat with the authors. 

A pre-conference workshop, "Getting Ready for the new Societies Act," will
be held on Thursday, May 26 at 3:00 pm at the Revelstoke Seniors Centre. The
Societies Act is new legislation that was passed in spring 2015 and will
come into effect on November 28, 2016. It governs how societies
(not-for-profit corporations) are created and run in B.C. and includes
significant updates to allow for more flexibility in how societies operate,
while still protecting the public interest. Join Debbie Turner, Deputy
Registrar at Registries and Online Services, as she presents information on
the new Societies Act and what societies will need to do to get ready for
the new Act. Debbie is joined by Jill Sinkwich, a Director at the Ministry
of Finance, who helped develop the legislation. This free presentation will
be of interest to anyone involved in a registered B.C. Society.

Visit www.bchistory.ca <http://www.bchistory.ca/>  for more information and
to register for all or part of the conference. To contact the organizing
committee, email Cathy English at curator at revelstokemuseum.ca or call
250-837-3067. 

Revelstoke Museum & Archives

315 First Street West

PO Box 1908, Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0

Ph: 250-837-3067

Fax: 250-837-3094

Email: curator at revelstokemuseum.ca

Website: www.revelstokemuseum.ca

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