2026-10-29 2026-10-29

Dogs in the nineteenth century

Discover how dogs fitted into nineteenth-century households and how Victorians thought about their animal companions.

2023-10-18 2023-10-18

Black Cats and Halloween - Myths and Reality

Discover the myths surrounding black cats at Halloween, and how superstitions differ from the realities of these much-loved animals.

2020-10-02 2020-10-02

Read 'A Dog's Revenge,' a poem by Nancy Thorne, and discover her playful approach to poetic form.

2018-11-03 2018-11-03

A look at Alberta's threatened grizzly bears, the challenges they face and why wildlife conservation matters.

2018-10-25 2018-10-25

Explore black cats, Halloween folklore and the superstitions that have shaped how people see these animals.

2017-01-25 2017-01-25

Discover the place of cats in nineteenth-century households, from companionship to everyday life.