Seafaring life explored at Craigdarroch

Learn more about how people who live near salt water can have a heightened awareness and tenacity that helps them overcome myriad hardships at The Anthropology of the Sea, a presentation by Seth C. Hawkins at Craigdarroch Castle on Tuesday.

Hawkins, an American academic, will talk about how people living in seafaring communities face risks and deal with challenges not encountered by their landlocked counterparts.

He will give examples from literature and folklore to show how achievements in overcoming the elements — either ending in tragedy or triumph — are chronicled and celebrated.

This year’s talk focuses on a time when the British Empire was at its apex — a watershed period in the history and literature of the Dominion — and how Victoria was involved.

Admission is by donation. Call or email to reserve a spot, as seating is limited.

The presentation will take place in the Visitor Centre multipurpose room at Craigdarroch Castle, 1050 Joan Cres. Participants can tour the castle after the presentation.

For more information, go to thecastle.ca.