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Nova Scotia Museum

The Nova Scotia Museum is responsible for the provincial collection of over one million artifacts and specimens. As well, we oversee the maintenance of more than 210 buildings, four floating vessels and nine locomotives. Our 28 incredible sites, together, tell the story of this province.

Remembrance Day

Museum hours vary from site to site. Please check individual site hours online before visiting on November 11th.

Events

November 6, 2024
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Calling all young builders and crafters! Join us for an exciting woodworking workshop designed...
November 7, 2024
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Unleash your creativity and connect with history at our hands-on spoon-making workshop! Delve into...
November 8, 2024
Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro
You’re invited to the FIRST EVER, Fundy Geo Science Fair! In recognition of National STEM DAY,...
November 8, 2024
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Travel back in time and uncover the traditional barrel-making craft at Ross Farm Museum! Join us...

Beach at Wasson Bluff.

Metal Detecting

We want to make sure everyone's enjoying the outdoors responsibly. Check out our blog post with metal detecting rules you need to follow in Nova Scotia - happy exploring!

Accessibility

The Nova Scotia Museum developed an overarching accessibility plan that will guide us to become more accessible. Each of our 28 sites will use this plan to develop their own plans based on their own accessibility needs.

closeup of the fork-mosses

Mosses

New blog post from Dr. Sean R. Haughian, Curator of Botany - Mosses for minimalist green roofs

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