Speaker Series with Dale Kermode

THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Dale Kermode will explore the remarkable life of James Halbold Christie (1854–1942).

THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Thank you for everyone’s interest. 

The Museum & Archives of Vernon and the Okanagan Historical Society are excited to announce the return of the Hometown Histories speaker series. To kick off the 2025 season, local historian and retired lawyer Dale Kermode will explore the remarkable life of James Halbold Christie (1854–1942).

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Museum & Archives of Vernon

Learn about Christie’s extraordinary life, from training with the Canadian Artillery to leading the Seattle Press Expedition of 1889, advocating for Indigenous rights, and conversing with Sitting Bull.

Tickets are $10, with proceeds supporting the Museum and the Okanagan Historical Society. Seating is limited—reserve your spot today by clicking here.

Don’t miss this captivating journey into our shared history.

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