James Gibbons, A Pioneer
James Gibbons (1837-1933) was one of the earliest pioneers in Edmonton, Alberta. He is described as one of Edmonton’s “more colourful individuals”.2 No wonder. Gibbons was a prospector, hunter, fur trader, and farmer.1 Gibbons was born in Holly Hill, Donegal Ireland on Christmas day 1837. He immigrated to America in 1856
Spring Fling Dinner & Dance
Every April, prepare to welcome spring with live music and delicious food at the charming Old Timers Cabin! Follow our social accounts for specific details, time, and tickets.
Why Archives Matter
Archives are collections of historical records and documents that contain information about people, events, places, or artefacts. The nature of archives is such that they touch upon wide range of life aspects, and they are, largely, actual records and items, not descriptions thereof. This makes them uniquely valuable and different
John McDougall, A Pioneer
McDOUGALL, JOHN CHANTLER, Methodist clergyman and author; b. 27 Dec. 1842 in Sydenham (Owen Sound), Upper Canada, son of George Millward McDougall*, a farmer who was to become a Methodist missionary, and Elizabeth Chantler; m. first in the spring of 1865 Abigail Steinhauer at the Whitefish Lake mission (Alta), and they had three daughters;
Old Timers Cabin Renovation Complete
We are glad to announce the Old Timers Cabin renovation project has finally been completed. The contracting company is WC Blasting and the project funding authority is Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program. Below are photos of different sides of the cabin to show the end result which we are in love
Mother’s Day Victorian Tea Party
The Northern Alberta Pioneers & Descendants Association has hosted a Victorian Tea Party on Mother’s Day at the Old Timers Cabin on May 14, 2017. The attendants included community at large as well as some members’ families.
NAPDA in Avenue Magazine
Following is an article about Northern Alberta Pioneers & Descendants Association (NAPDA) that has appeared in Avenue Edmonton’s May 2017 issue. Executive Director, Dorinda Emery, talks about NAPDA’s history, mission and vision.
Victorian Tea Party on Mother’s Day
You are invited to an old fashioned Victorian Tea Party at the Old Timers Cabin on Mother’s Day! Reserve your tickets today. Details in the poster below.
Play Whist Tuesdays
Play Whist Every Tuesday at Old Timers Cabin. NAPDA hosts a game of whist on Tuesdays at its headquarters, Old Timers Cabin. If you have never heard of it before, according to the Merriam Webster dictionary, whist is
Fresh Branding & Website
Welcome to Northern Alberta Pioneers & Descendants Association (NAPDA)'s new website! We are glad to announce our fresh branding and digital presence. The logo features our historic location, the Old Timers Cabin, and the colours of the surrounding natural locale. The new website is still a work in progress as we gradually digitize
