• Francesco and Rosaria
    … story is written by Francesco's eldest daughter Mary Grace Harris, nee Maria Grazia Natoli. My father Francesco Natoli was born in Sicily and my mother Rosaria Capobianco was born in a small town in … would send him back to Italy and not sponsor him any longer. The next day he went searching for a job on foot as he did not have enough money …
  • Rosina, Domenico, Giovanna
    … Name: Giovanna D’Agnolo (nee Iannetta) Country of Origin: Italy Ship: Conte Biancamano Arrival … For some time I have wanted to document the story of our arrival in Canada. I believe it is important for our children to have a starting … parents and I boarded the ship Conte Biancamano destined for Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The story really starts with my mother’s uncle, …
  • Culture and Identity Program
    … Experiencing Culture Through a Different Lens Ideal For: Ages 5+ Maximum number of participants: 50 It can be … cultural norms and practices are critical steps towards cultural competency. This program is designed to move learners from a personal … identity, discover the various ways that cultures interact in a community in a fun, hands-on way with building bricks, and engage their …
  • Where Are You Really From?
    … Virtual Field Trip: Where Are You Really From? Ideal For: Ages 12+ This is a question that some Canadians are … have to face. In this half-hour tour of the Canadian Immigration Hall, we will explore some stories of Asian immigration to Canada to reveal … how Canada’s discriminatory immigration past continues to effect who we think of as being Canadian today. If you would like to book a …
  • Special Lectures
    … The Topic You Want, The Expertise You Need Ideal For: Ages 10+ Maximum number of participants: 50 Looking for the ultimate customization? We have a number of experts available to talk your group when you … at the museum; when booking a Special Lecture, please allow at least 2 weeks prior to your visit to allow us to schedule a content expert. …
  • Teddy Bear’s Journey – Online Version
    … Ideal for: Ages 4-8 In this interactive and fast-paced half-hour program, follow the … participants connect with their emotions and share their thoughts as we virtually explore parts of the museum together. We will discover … Teddy Bear’s Journey – Online Version …
  • Antonio, Lina e Bettina Mancini
    … MANCINI, Antonio (1923-1999) (My Dad) As there was no work in Italy at the … behind a new bride (Lina) and infant daughter (Bettina), Antonio went to Brussels, Belgium to work in the coal mines. While there, a few … purchased and another daughter Cesarina was born same year. To this day, his 95-year old wife Lina still lives in this same home. He lived …
  • Mark Sakamoto in Conversation with Jeanne Beker
    … Media Release May 13, 2019 Halifax, NS Forgiveness, Family and Canadian identity: Mark Sakamoto in Conversation with Jeanne Beker Woven together through interviews with his maternal grandmother, Mitsue Sakamoto, and paternal … Mark Sakamoto in Conversation with Jeanne Beker …
  • You Have Always Been Part of the Story
    … Virtual Field Trip: You Have Always Been Part of the Story Ideal for: Ages 9-12 This 30-minute program is rooted in children's … immigration experiences. Students get to pick what direction we take in exploring these stories from around the world and across …