Conception Bay Museum, Harbour Grace

05/12/2026

As a summer tour guide at our museum, you will meet tourists from around the world and welcome them to our town, while sharing the fascinating history and culture of this area. As well, you will assist with planning various events and activities.

If this interests you, then please submit your resume, by email, to [email protected],
(pending funding approval).

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026

https://conceptionbaymuseum.com/employment-opportunities/

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04/25/2026

The CB Museum would like to say a huge thank you to the surrounding region for the tremendous support last evening at the Spring Concert and Silent Auction fundraiser. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

From the performers, those who donated, ticket buyers, those who participated in the auction and anyone who provided assistance to the event, thank you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Lastly, to the awesome CBM volunteer board members (and significant others), your continued support for the museum and its mission to preserve Heritage in the CBN Region is what makes events like this happen. Even more significant on volunteer week.

Thank you to all 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Harbour Grace Connect
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Town of Harbour Grace
Heritage NL
The Splash Centre
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Dental Hygiene
Coughlan Memorial United, Harbour Grace
Pam Parsons, MHA, Harbour Grace - Port De Grave
Harbour Breeze Catering Signature Wedding & Special Events Venue
Harbour Grace Regatta
Patrick Collins
Pirates to Pilots Festival
Jess Brennan Bakes
Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador

04/22/2026

Only a couple days away from the CB Museum Spring Fundraiser. The entertainment lineup is top notch and the silent auction items are excellent- something for everyone!!!

Bring cash or pay by emt.

Don’t forget your door ticket becomes your entry to the door prize. If you have not already picked up your ticket a small number will be at the door.

The Splash Centre
Harbour Grace Connect
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Town of Harbour Grace
Heritage NL
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Regatta
Harbour Grace Dental Hygiene
Pam Parsons, MHA, Harbour Grace - Port De Grave
Harbour Breeze Catering Signature Wedding & Special Events Venue
Coughlan Memorial United, Harbour Grace
Patrick Collins

04/10/2026

The Spring concert is not only an evening of entertainment but a great opportunity to get some early gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or some other special occasion during the Silent Auction. You can arrive early by 6:30 to view items before the show starts and during intermission.

Items are all new and include items such as but not limited to;
Household Items, local business gift cards, framed art, novels, books, local authored books, curling items, hand knitted item, etc.

There will also be a lovely door prize, you only need to put your name on your ticket and drop it in the box on your way into the show.

Finally, payments for auction items can be made by emt or cash.

Thank you to all for your support. 👏🏻

The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Town of Harbour Grace
Heritage NL
The Splash Centre
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Connect
Harbour Grace Dental Hygiene
Harbour Grace Regatta
Pam Parsons, MHA, Harbour Grace - Port De Grave
Harbour Breeze Catering Signature Wedding & Special Events Venue
Coughlan Memorial United, Harbour Grace
Patrick Collins
Pirates to Pilots Festival
Pirate's Path Trail, Harbour Grace

04/10/2026

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Program Coordinator/Curator

ORGANIZATION: Conception Bay Museum (Harbour Grace, NL)

EMPLOYMENT DATE: late May – end Sept. 2026 (employment dates are flexible)

AD POSTING DATE: April 10, 2026

THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Conception Bay Museum is seeking a Program Coordinator/Curator for the 2026 season.

ABOUT US:
Based inside the old Customs House, the Conception Bay Museum is a 50-year-old heritage institution in Harbour Grace, NL. Our museum features several exhibits on local and regional history, and our grounds host public and private events throughout the summer.

DUTIES:
• Overseeing the management of the seasonal operations and providing guided tours to the visiting public
• Maintaining the Museum’s online presence (i.e., website and social media).
• Managing the Museum’s day-to-day summer operations, which include:
o overseeing summer student employment
o controlling daily cash flows, and
o supporting local events (e.g. Amelia’s Birthday Party, festival, etc.).
• Partnering with local tourism operators, organizations, municipalities, and associated non-profit groups, as required, on relevant heritage initiatives. .
• Compiling end of season report for the Museum Executive.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Working understanding of web platforms (e.g., Wordpress, Facebook, etc.).
• Working knowledge of the history of Harbour Grace, Conception Bay North, and the province considered a strong asset.

The following are considered assets:

o Post-secondary degree/education.
o Experience with Past Perfect and other data collections software.
o Experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, etc.) and graphic design programs (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).

SALARY: To be negotiated; commensurate with experience.

TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION: Email your cover letter and resume to Conception Bay Museum at [email protected]

In your email’s subject header, please write “Museum Job Application – Program Coordinator/Curator.”
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: April 30, 2026 ,11:59 p.m. NT

https://conceptionbaymuseum.com/2026/04/10/employment-opportunity-program-coordinator-curator-2/

04/10/2026

Spring is in the air and so is the museum’s spring fundraiser. The entertainment line up includes Peter Easton himself as emcee.

Others include;
Paul Stevenson
Trevor and Adyia
Chad Hunt
Irish Archives( John Smith, Ben Lewis, Paul Martin and Dean Winsor)
Pam Parsons

And a theatrical production by none other than Pat Collins.

Get you tickets before they sell out 🫣they can be purchased at HG Irving or Ultramar and any board member. Also tickets will be available at the door.

Town of Harbour Grace
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Heritage NL
The Splash Centre
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Connect
Coughlan Memorial United, Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Dental Hygiene
Harbour Grace Regatta
Harbour Breeze Catering Signature Wedding & Special Events Venue
Pam Parsons, MHA, Harbour Grace - Port De Grave

03/25/2026

Going to be a great evening of entertainment so get your tickets and don’t forget the silent auction ( some great items available) 👍🏻

Spring is in the air and so is the CB Museum’s Spring Concert Fundraiser. Lots of great local talent and a skit called The Imposter Amongst Us.

Tickets available from any board member ( Dianne Lee, Brenda Stevenson, Pat Collins, Matt McCarthy, Anne Gosse, Sonia Williams, Lisa Daly, Ernie Pynn, Christina Hearn, Barbara Foley, Jerome McCarthy, Susan Slade, Tony and Judy McCarthy, and Jane Lynch.)

Please support this great asset in the beautiful Harbour Grace.

Heritage NL
Town of Harbour Grace
The Splash Centre
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Connect
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace

03/17/2026

Spring is in the air and so is the CB Museum’s Spring Concert Fundraiser. Lots of great local talent and a skit called The Imposter Amongst Us.

Tickets available from any board member ( Dianne Lee, Brenda Stevenson, Pat Collins, Matt McCarthy, Anne Gosse, Sonia Williams, Lisa Daly, Ernie Pynn, Christina Hearn, Barbara Foley, Jerome McCarthy, Susan Slade, Tony and Judy McCarthy, and Jane Lynch.)

Please support this great asset in the beautiful Harbour Grace.

Heritage NL
Town of Harbour Grace
The Splash Centre
R. Tetford & Son
Harbour Grace Connect
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace

11/13/2025

Very excited about this. Thank you, Walnut Productions.

10/24/2025

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10/23/2025

Folks the weather is not looking good again for tomorrow so again the hike is being postponed. 😞

Please know that with this being one of the main fundraisers for the museum and so many individuals involved this is a hard decision so not made lightly.

If we can reschedule we will, please stay tuned and thank you all for your continued support. 🤞🤞🤞

Town of Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Connect
Earhart’s 50+ Club
The Old Courthouse, Harbour Grace
Harbour Grace Volunteer Fire Brigade
Hr. Grace Board of Culture, Innovation & Business Inc.
The Splash Centre
Harbour Grace Ocean Industries
Museum Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Harbour Grace Civic Events
Harbour Grace Regatta
Heritage NL
R. Tetford & Son
Conception Bay Museum, Harbour Grace