Helen Creighton, esteemed folklorist, passed away on December 12, 1989, in Dartmouth.
On December 12, 1989, Helen Creighton passed away in her hometown of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, at the age of 90. Her long life was marked by an unwavering commitment to documenting and preserving the folklore and musical traditions of Canada's Maritime Provinces.
Creighton's legacy lives on through her extensive collections which are housed in archives and serve as vital resources for cultural and academic research. Her work has made a profound impact on the preservation of Canadian heritage, ensuring that the voices and stories she captured will continue to be heard for generations.