Film screening: Abkhazi Garden: Sanctuary from War

Join war historian Prof. Geoffrey Bird in the Royal Roads Library Nov. 11 for a free, public screening of his new film, Abkhazi Garden: Sanctuary from War.

The film explores the stories of Peggy and Nicolas Abkhazi, whose lives were caught up in the world wars. Their story brings them to Victoria where they created a beautiful garden and lived for the remainder of their lives. Abkhazi Garden is now a heritage site under the auspices of The Land Conservancy.

Dr. Bird is a professor in the School of Communication and Culture at Royal Roads University and the project leader for the War Heritage Research Initiative.The website is home to more than 30 films exploring Canada's heritage in the world wars.

Registration is required as seating is limited. Please bring a copy of your ticket.

The film will also air at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11 on CHEK News.