The Maritime Historian

My name is Kirby and I’m a 20-something year old with an M.A. in History. Needless to say, history is a huge passion of mine.

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    What Two Years of On and Off Blogging has Taught Me

    February 17, 2021 /

    On November 6th, 2018 I published my first blog post. I was new to blogging, but it was something I had knew I needed to pursue. Though I love academic writing, I missed the freedom and fun of putting pen to paper in a more creative style. From the beginning, I craved blogging about local historic sites and tucked away treasures. Museums skirting cities or historic villages in seemingly the middle of nowhere. Backroom displays and temporary exhibitions. Blogging was the perfect opportunity to combine my love of writing and history. I yearned to share these adventures not only because I find them fascinating, but to help boost these off…

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    History over Hot Drinks: Open Book Coffee

    September 20, 2020
    A stack of three books with vines climbing them. The top book has an anchor on it. On the spine of that book, the letters "M.H." are found. These stand for The Maritime Historian.

    Welcome to The Maritime Historian – And Goodbye to History with Kirby

    March 3, 2021

    25 Things About Kirby

    October 11, 2020
  • A view of drums and other pieces in the Myal exhibition by artist Tyshan Wright on display at the Craigh Museum at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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    Drums, Jewelry & Horns: Jamaican Maroons Inspired Art Exhibition

    February 10, 2021 /

    Art communicates history in ways often records and historical artifacts cannot. It’s a song that keeps on singing the perspective of the painter. The story an artist shares. A peak at what life was like at the time. Creating a replica of a moment, whether a reality or dream. It immortalizes a memory. Forever judged, it continues to stand. Art is strong, often staying in this world much longer than its creator. To be honest, historically I haven’t been very well versed in art. I enjoy art, but I’m not good at it. I’m not an artist or an art critic. Yet you don’t have to be an art connoisseur…

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    Kirby at York Redoubt

    York Redoubt National Historic Site: Halifax’s Hidden Historic Fort

    February 3, 2021

    “Egyptian Mummies & Eternal Life” at the Museum of Natural History

    September 14, 2020
    McNab's Island

    Exploring McNabs Island, Nova Scotia

    March 18, 2020
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    York Redoubt National Historic Site: Halifax’s Hidden Historic Fort

    February 3, 2021 /

    I think we can all agree, finding something free AND fun can be challenging. And in the winter? Seemingly impossible. However, what if I told you there was a free, outdoor historic site that you could visit year round that is only a 20 minute drive from Halifax? Yes, it exists. I’m talking about York Redoubt, the National Historic Site. As a seaside city, so much of Halifax’s history is ingrained in its military presence, with a large naval presence to this day. York Redoubt had a large role protecting Halifax Harbour for over a century. Through these visits to forts on Georges Island, McNab’s Island, Point Pleasant Park and…

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    November 20, 2023
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    Drums, Jewelry & Horns: Jamaican Maroons Inspired Art Exhibition

    February 10, 2021
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    Visiting Georges Island, Nova Scotia

    September 2, 2020

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