Coffee with the Curator: Bytown on its 200th Anniversary: Learning From Ottawa’s First Settlers Through Bioarchaeology
Sept. 2, 2026
Price: $10 + tax
Discover the cutting-edge world of historical research at the Museum!
Our curators are at the forefront of groundbreaking work — whether acquiring new artifacts, curating exhibitions, or participating in global research projects. Now, you’re invited to go behind the scenes.
Join us for this series of casual 45-minute conversations, where you’ll get an exclusive look at some of the exciting research at the Museum. Grab a coffee or tea, and enjoy engaging discussions with our experts. It’s a unique opportunity to dive into history as never before!
Dr. Janet Young, Curator, Biological Anthropology
Bytown on its 200th Anniversary: Learning From Ottawa’s First Settlers Through Bioarchaeology
Did you know that below downtown Ottawa lies the remnants of the city’s first settlers’ graveyard, Barrack Hill Cemetery? Why is it there? Why wasn’t it moved? Who was left behind?
Join Dr. Janet Young, Curator of Biological Anthropology, as she marks the 200th anniversary of Ottawa by exploring the history behind the creation and usage of Barrack Hill Cemetery; how Nicholas Sparks, Colonel John By, and the Ordnance played a role in its development and demise; and some of the interesting stories that have emerged from studying the remains of those left behind.
Tickets:
$10 + tax — Adult, Senior (65+)
Free for children aged 17 and under.
Members: $7.50 + tax – Buy tickets here.
Presented in English with simultaneous translation via Wordly.
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