People
Families, residents and the lives of people connected with Pictou Island.
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Pictou Island Heritage Society
Preserving and sharing the history, stories, places and people of Pictou Island.
This Week in Pictou Island History
1923–1926
When the factory era ended
The sources distinguish different kinds of ending. PIHS research indicates that by the early 1920s two factories remained: Magee at the East End and another near the end of Factory Road. The Factory Road operator and exact sequence remain unresolved. Lobster canning appears to have ended during 1923–1926; Kenneth MacCallum separately records the last fish packing in 1926. The East End Magee building was unused by the early 1930s and later dismantled as erosion threatened the site.
From the Island’s history. This account is dated to a year or period, rather than this calendar week.
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Inveralt — 1884
An August grounding, a November disaster and the Island’s part in rescue and loss.
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When the Island Was Full
People, work and family in a functioning community
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An Island life
Andrew MacFarlane
Born on Pictou Island in 1855, Andrew MacFarlane was among those recognized for the 1884 Inveralt rescue. His appointment to the East Lighthouse followed on 8 June 1892. His story brings together two important parts of Island life: helping people in danger at sea and keeping the light. His marriage to Flora MacPherson is recorded on 12 August 1891.
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The Historical Map
1879 · Meacham’s property atlas
Read the original printed names and explore the Island’s nineteenth-century map.
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Unidentified boat ashore
Vessel, people, location and date remain unidentified. Undated; see the source and caption notes.
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Places
Roads, coves, buildings, cemeteries, community sites and changing landscapes.
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Exhibits
Explore larger stories and themes from Pictou Island’s history.
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PIHS is a volunteer organization made possible by the time and effort of its board, members and community volunteers. The upkeep of Pictou Island’s heritage sites is ongoing. We greatly appreciate everyone who helps with this annual work.
PIHS is not a registered charity and does not issue tax receipts.