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.
Explore Our Collections
This new site allows users to explore of some of the highlights in the Nova Scotia Museum collection. We will be adding content regularly. Please come back to see what’s new as we build our online collection.
Events
February 7, 2026 to February 8, 2026
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Join us February 7th and 8th for our Toboggan and Sled-Making demonstration at Ross Farm! Our...
February 14, 2026
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
On Valentine's Day, enjoy a themed craft in the school and a special treat in the cottage.
February 14, 2026 to February 15, 2026
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
On February 14th and 15th, staff in the farm workshop will conduct a window glazing demonstration...
February 16, 2026
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Our museum site and gift shop will be open on February 16 for Heritage Day from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM...
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.
African Heritage Month
February is African Heritage Month, a good time to start planning to connect with the rich history of African Nova Scotian culture with visits to museums and cultural centres, including the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre.
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