The story of the ecology of the Bay of Fundy and the history of settlement is told at museums and historic sites around the Bay. Did you know that this was where some of the first European settlers arrived in North America over 400 years ago, establishing early communities on the Bay of Fundy shores? The struggle between the British and the French for control of this region and the emergence of ship-building and the coastal economy that followed is told in national historic sites around the Bay.
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Step back in time at Ottawa House By-The- Sea Museum, and marvel at stories and artefacts of the history and heritage of the Parrsboro Shore. Former summer residence of father of Confederation and Prime Minister Charles Tupper, Ottawa House represents an important segment of Cumberland County’s history at the time of Confederation. It is believed to be the oldest building
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The Avon Heritage Museum and Avon Spirit Shipyard in Newport Landing are located on the scenic shores of the Avon River. The Avon River area became one of the great square-rigged wooden shipbuilding centres in Nova Scotia in the 19th Century. Where the museum now sits in Newport Landing was once the location of the Harvie and Mosher shipyards; between them, they
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With a wide variety of displays, our museum has something to interest everyone. From war memorabilia, farming, blacksmithing, household items, and schools, to the Dominion Chair Company, we are able to tell the stories that our community was built on. Located in the heart of Bass River, Nova Scotia, we are dedicated to preserving and retelling the story of our
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Professional hands on exhibits, videos and interpretive tours help to interpret the history of the lumbering, shipbuilding and sailing history of the Parrsborough Shore, as well as the communities that supported them. The Age of Sail museum complex consists of 6 display buildings including a repurposed 1854 Methodist Church a newer unique ship building, an original working blacksmith shop, a
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Home to beautiful giants & tiny treasures. Visit the New Brunswick Museum & bring heritage to life. Follow footsteps of ancient creatures as you travel through geological time. Learn about the Bay of Fundy — whale sightings guaranteed (full size models of course). From wooden ships to fine art & international treasures, experience lots at the New Brunswick Museum —
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