Every year, the Annual General Meeting of the Cochrane Historical & Archival Preservation Society (CHAPS) offers an opportunity to reflect on the past year, celebrate our accomplishments, and look ahead to the work still to be done in preserving and sharing Cochrane’s history.
This year we are sharing four short videos that highlight different parts of that story.
First, Larry Want, President of CHAPS, delivers his annual message reflecting on the past year and the importance of community support in continuing our work. His remarks highlight both the achievements of the past year and the opportunities that lie ahead for the organization.
Next, Mark Boothby presents a summary of CHAPS’ growing social media and online presence. With increasing website traffic, expanding audiences on Facebook, and a steady stream of new blog posts, the reach of local history continues to grow. At the same time, the message is clear: the future of these efforts depends on volunteers who are willing to help carry this work forward.
Finally, Frank Hennessey shares highlights from recent visits to the Cochrane Historical Museum, including a remarkable story about visitors from a small town in Wales who discovered a surprising connection to the builders of the historic Davies Home — a link that stretches back more than 100 years.
We are also sharing Mike Taylor’s presentation describing CHAPS’ efforts to help preserve the historic Bottrel Campground and General Store, an early 1900s landmark in the Bottrel area north of Cochrane. His presentation outlines why the site matters to local history and the work underway to ensure its story is not lost.
Together, these four presentations offer a glimpse into the work being done by CHAPS and the museum, and the people who help keep Cochrane’s history alive.
