The Museum of Industry hosted the final speaker series for the New Glasgow 150th anniversary on Dec. 10. Don Cosh (left), Lynn MacLean, and John Ashton, each gave presentations on various historical topics on New Glasgow. Pictured with the speakers (third from left) is Denise Taylor from the museum. Photo by Matthew Bambrick /The NewsArticle contentSTELLARTON – As part of the community celebrating its 150th anniversary, local historians told the story of the unique culture and legacy of New Glasgow.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentOn Dec. 10, Don Cosh, Lynn MacLean, and John Ashton each gave a presentation at the Museum of Industry in Stellarton. Their combined presentations marked the final part in the museum’s most recent speaker series which started in the fall and was titled Voices and Views.Article contentArticle contentArticle content“I want people to know how New Glasgow grew as a commercial and industrial center of Pictou County,” Ashton said. “A lot of Highlanders from the 82nd and 84th Highland regiments had farmland all over Pictou East. So, they needed a place to trade, and New Glasgow was a great location for it; they realized it was the place to go.”Article contentIn relation to New Glasgow’s anniversary, the museum hosted six sessions on topics of local culture and heritage. Many different speakers spoke on related topics, with each seminar attracting dozens of locals. The next speaker series will begin in 2026, with the topic being announced at a later time.Article content“It has been a rewarding experience,” said MacLean of helping share New Glasgow’s rich history. “It has been a great project, one to enlighten people in the community, as well as for us to learn some more history.Article content“Many people have approached me to express their satisfaction, many of them telling me, ‘I didn’t know that.’ We worked together very well, and people seemed to enjoy it.”Article content John Ashton discussed the geographical and cultural history of New Glasgow at the Museum of Industry on Dec. 10. Photo by Matthew Bambrick /The NewsArticle content
Speaker series concludes with a look at New Glasgow’s history
