Beth was born in Belleville and came to know Brighton when her parents retired here in 1972. Life led Beth to Toronto and a publishing career with both international and Canadian publishers. She played a key role in working with the Association of Canadian Publishers and BookNet Canada, and helped to establish the Commonwealth Book Publishers Association. As Vice President of Dundurn Press, she became immersed in history publishing. Dundurn published memoirs from soldiers, stories of immigrant communities, and books on the histories of small Canadian towns. Indeed, it was at Dundurn that she met Dan Buchanan, Brighton’s History Guy. Beth published his first book in 2015. Once Beth had relocated to Brighton in 2012, her love of Canadian history – combined with experience on industry boards – drew her to the BDA. Beth is a big-picture person. In her role as Chair she fosters relationships with local historians, the Indigenous community, historical and archival organizations in Northumberland County and the province, and our governing body, The Brighton Public Library. She seeks out grant opportunities and diverse ways to support and grow the BDA as well as make its work more accessible to Brighton residents and history buffs everywhere. Beth brings her enthusiasm as well as her skill to the BDA’s evolution, and to ensuring that volunteers are having a happy experience. At home, Beth enjoys doing yoga overlooking Presqu’ile Bay; and while travelling away from home she is always, and only, a click away from the BDA.

 

Katie Kennedy is Curator for NCAM, focused on authentic community collaborations. Katie graduated from University of Ottawa with a BA in Classical Studies. Currently, she is enrolled in the Ontario Museum Association’s Certificate in Museum Studies and co-chairs the Archives Association of Ontario’s Durham Regional Chapter with her colleague, Abigail. Katie was born and raised in Northumberland County but gained experience in economic development further afield, such as working in Vancouver with the planning committee for the 2010 Olympics. Katie is thrilled to be working with her home County, building a new cultural space for all generations to connect and enjoy.

 

Abigail Miller is Archivist at the Northumberland County Archives and Museum. She is responsible for building the strategic vision and overseeing operations at NCAM. Abigail graduated from Memorial University with a BA in archaeology and folklore and the Museum Management and Curatorship program at Fleming College. Abigail was born and raised in Northumberland County and takes pride in building and managing a new Category A museum facility for residents to enjoy.