Michael Peterman will discuss and reflect upon his life’s work on the Strickland Sisters and their brethren. He will offer a Peterborough story of some significance to today.
Michael is author or co-author of 15 books including 8 of Moodie and Traill. He has been a longtime supporter and volunteer of both Hutchison House and Peterborough Historical Society and is a retired professor from Trent University.

Join us Tuesday May 19, 2026 from 7:30-9:00pm for Michaels Peterman’s Presentation ‘My Life with Susanna Moodie and Catherine Parr Traill: Academic and Personal Reflections’

The Peterborough Historical Society monthly speaker series takes place on the third Tuesday of September, October, November, January, February, March, and May. The meetings are being held at the Lions Club Centre on Burnham Street, starting at 7:30. Members, guests, and the general public are welcome.