Item is an oversized calendar published by the Boag Foundation under the direction of Harold Winch, James McKenzie, and David Stupich. Dates are marked with related socialist events or individuals.
Item is an oversized calendar published by the Boag Foundation under the direction of Harold Winch, James McKenzie, and David Stupich. Dates are marked with related socialist events or individuals.
Arlene Belcastro tells the story of her grandmother, Dakota Lamb, who was born to Norwegian parents in the late 1800s in North Dakota. She moved to Milk River, Alberta around 1900, then took up residence in Carmengay, Alberta during the Depression where she raised four children as a single mother a…
Arlene Belcastro tells the story of her grandmother, Dakota Lamb, who was born to Norwegian parents in the late 1800s in North Dakota. She moved to Milk River, Alberta around 1900, then took up residence in Carmengay, Alberta during the Depression where she raised four children as a single mother after her husband left. She supported her family by taking in boarders, ironing, and working as a midwife. The family later moved to Edmonton, where she was one of the first Avon ladies. In 1944, she was able to take a job as a pastry cook up north during the construction of the Alaska Highway and save enough money to purchase her own home.
The film includes Arlene’s memories of visiting Grandma Lamb’s rustic cabin at Baptiste Lake north of Edmonton, Alberta. Starting at age 6, Arlene and her cousin, Donna, spent every summer with Grandma Lamb. The rustic cabin did not have running water or electricity, so the girls learned about kerosene lamps, wood stoves, and using a cold storage trunk for refrigeration.
Grandma Lamb taught them life-skills through chores such as gathering kindling and tending the garden, and encouraged their independence. Arlene recalls that they also learned by example from Grandma Lamb, who instilled a respect for nature and for other people and never complained about life or what material things she didn’t have. She was a resilient, respectful, and wise role model.
History
Arlene Belcastro was born in Edmonton and attended H.A. Gray School and Victoria High School, where she completed commercial courses. She was married in Edmonton at age 19, and moved to Calgary after her eldest child was born. She learned to ride a horse at Elkana Ranch at Bragg Creek while living in Calgary. Following the birth of her second son, the family briefly lived in Nassau. Arlene returned to Edmonton after her marriage ended, and soon moved to the Vancouver/Burnaby area where she has lived for more than 40 years. At age 50, Arlene began acting and is currently a student of drumming, a community volunteer, and an avid traveler.
Photograph of the inside of the Burnaby Village Museum Auto shop. A portion of a cash register is visible in the left corner of the photograph. A bicycle sits on top of a work bench and various wheels, tires, automotive parts and tools are displayed on shelving at the back of the shop. Automotive m…
Photograph of the inside of the Burnaby Village Museum Auto shop. A portion of a cash register is visible in the left corner of the photograph. A bicycle sits on top of a work bench and various wheels, tires, automotive parts and tools are displayed on shelving at the back of the shop. Automotive machinery and equipment is scattered throughout the shop.
One of the Confederation singers standing on the side of a road. A van in the background along with a landscaped garden. She is wearing a green and white dress, has a parasol and a white hat with a large green feather as well as a matching bag.
One of the Confederation singers standing on the side of a road. A van in the background along with a landscaped garden. She is wearing a green and white dress, has a parasol and a white hat with a large green feather as well as a matching bag.
History
Mrs Bate was a church choir singer. In 1976 she was asked to help form the Confederation Singers at the North Burnaby Confederation Seniors Centre. She started the choir and conducted it until her retirement in 1986. The costume, as seen in several photographs and also in the Burnaby Vilalge Museum collection, was made by members of the choir who made similar 1890's period costumes for themselves. The choir sang in seniors centres and at special events at Century Park (now known as the Burnaby Village Museum). They were also invited to sing at Government House in Victoria.
A woman in a pink with black trim long dress standing at a doorway. She is also wearing a pink wide brim hat with black trim.
History
Mrs Bate was a church choir singer. In 1976 she was asked to help form the Confederation Singers at the North Burnaby Confederation Seniors Centre. She started the choir and conducted it until her retirement in 1986. The costume, as seen in several photographs and also in the Burnaby Vilalge Museum collection, was made by members of the choir who made similar 1890's period costumes for themselves. The choir sang in seniors centres and at special events at Century Park (now known as the Burnaby Village Museum). They were also invited to sing at Government House in Victoria.
"Colin : / You may find this an interesting / addition to the museum's reference library. / If not please return to me. / Terry", handwritten in ink on note stapled to inside of front cover.
"To Mr. Malone for your / kind welcome and assist - / once on my up-coming book / on AXES IN CANADA / Allan Klenman", handwritten in ink on title page.
Photograph of back gate entrance to east wing kitchen of Oakalla Prison. A tall chain link gate stands at the entrance in front of a one storey brick building.
Photograph of back gate entrance to east wing kitchen of Oakalla Prison. A tall chain link gate stands at the entrance in front of a one storey brick building.
History
Salvaged from Oakalla Prison Farm site in October 1991
Photograph of the back of the Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large back porch (deck) is attached to the right side of the house.
Photograph of the back of the Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large back porch (deck) is attached to the right side of the house.
Photograph of the back of the Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large back porch (deck) is attached to the right side of the house. Photograph was taken after the house was painted.
Photograph of the back of the Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large back porch (deck) is attached to the right side of the house. Photograph was taken after the house was painted.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house looking north from the back deck before any of the subsequent landscaping was done by Reverend Gale. Tree on the right is a cherry tree. The house is located at 7667 Burris Street.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house looking north from the back deck before any of the subsequent landscaping was done by Reverend Gale. Tree on the right is a cherry tree. The house is located at 7667 Burris Street.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house looking north from the back deck before any of the subsequent landscaping was done by Reverend Gale. Tree on the right is a cherry tree. The house is located at 7667 Burris Street.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house looking north from the back deck before any of the subsequent landscaping was done by Reverend Gale. Tree on the right is a cherry tree. The house is located at 7667 Burris Street.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large cherry tree is in the centre of the photograph and a row of rectangular garden beds are visible in the background along with a wooden fence and neighbouring house.
Photograph of the back yard of the Mervin Mawhinney house located at 7667 Burris Street in Burnaby. A large cherry tree is in the centre of the photograph and a row of rectangular garden beds are visible in the background along with a wooden fence and neighbouring house.