Ruby Nobbs – Honouring a Distinguished Volunteer

Living her whole life in the small mountain community of Revelstoke, Ruby Nobbs dedicated her best years to the benefit of her community. She was a founding member of the Revelstoke and District Historical Association, and instrumental in helping that organization start Revelstoke Museum and Archives. Ruby acted as museum manager from 1982 – 1999. She was also an early member of the Revelstoke Heritage Railway Society, and was a driving force behind the establishment of the Revelstoke Railway Museum.

Ruby served for many years on Revelstoke’s Heritage Commission, and was a member of the board of Heritage BC. Ruby is known for her two books published on Revelstoke’s history, the second of which was published in 1998 when she was 91 years old and partially blind. Her commitment as a volunteer in her community and its heritage helped formed the foundation of heritage advocacy and protection as we now know it in British Columbia.

The Ruby Nobbs Distinguished Service award seeks to recognize other volunteers who carry the same spirit as Ruby did.

Nominate an outstanding volunteer from your community. Review the eligibility criteria, process, and submission requirements in our Awards Information Package (PDF).

Thank you to Cathy English at the Revelstoke Museum and Archives for providing information on and photos of Ruby. Find Ruby’s books at the museum bookstore.