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Hudson's Bay Company Archives: Photos

Senior archivist Debra Moore describes the depth and breadth of the photo archive at the Hudson's Bay Company Archives.


Hudson's Bay Company Archives: An Expert Overview

Archives Keeper Maureen Dolyniuk gives an expert overview of the history and mandate of the Hudson's Bay Company Archives.


Hudson's Bay Company Archives: A Tale of Two Bison

Senior archivist Denise Jones shows us how to uncover layers of information by researching multiple records.


Spirited Trade

The Hudson’s Bay Company has been selling alcoholic spirits since its inception.


Scrimshaw Container

Trading Post: The art of scrimshaw was applied to a container made from a horn.


Lock and Key

This lock and key were used to secure the powder magazine at York Factory around 1840. 


Ram's Head Snuff Mull

A ram’s head snuff mull belonged to Hudson’s Bay Company governor Sir George Simpson.


Chunks of Raw Copper

Chunks of raw copper from the western Arctic were given to HBC Chief Factor James Thomson.


Woven Grass Hat

A hat from northern Quebec is an example of the region’s Inuit grass-weaving tradition.


Mother-of-pearl gaming counters

Mother-of-pearl gaming counters with elaborate patterns were used during card games.