Martha J. Harvey was the founder of the York Sunbury Historical Society
Each year, the York Sunbury Historical Society seeks nominations from its members for the Martha J Harvey Award of Distinction to be given at the society Christmas luncheon. The annual award honours outstanding contribution to the field of history in New Brunswick and long and meritorious service to the YSHS.
This year, the award was presented to Dr. Sheila Andrew for her expertise as a leading Acadian historian. She has dedicated many years to the YSHS as the Acadian Curator and as a long-term member of the exhibit committee. The Society has benefited greatly from Dr. Andrew’s attention and diligence. The community has benefited from her numerous publications that have informed and encouraged people to become aware of the history of our province.
Founded in 1932, the York-Sunbury Historical Society collects, preserves and interprets historical data, records and objects relating to the history of the province of New Brunswick, and in particular that of York and Sunbury Counties. Last year, the society presented the award to Dr. C. Mary Young.
York Sunbury Historical Society 