Join us to mark the launch of the two newest Archaeology books in the Mercury Series of the Canadian Museum of History and the University of Ottawa Press!

Notre Dame Room, Four Points Hotel, 16h30

Tu sais, mon vieux Jean-Pierre: Essays on the Archaeology and History of New France and Canadian Culture in Honour of Jean-Pierre Chrestien
Edited by John Willis
This book is inspired by the work of former Canadian Museum of History archaeologist Jean-Pierre Chrestien (1949–2007) who worked hand in glove with a generation of researchers in helping to unearth unexpected and always interesting aspects of New France. Contributions highlight many facets of our past including exploration, fishing, identity, communication and commerce.

The Life and Work of W. B. Nickerson (1865–1926): Scientific Archaeology in Central North America
By Ian Dyck
W. B. Nickerson’s life story spans the transition of North American archaeology from museums and historical societies to universities. The quality, quantity and innovative nature of his work was only recognized after his death. This book, by a longtime Canadian Museum of History archaeologist, restores a pioneer who died in obscurity to his rightful place in the annals of North American archaeology.