Black Loyalist Heritage Center
The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre tells the story of the world’s largest free African population outside of Africa, in the late 18th century in Nova Scotia. In addition to the Centre, you can also visit historic buildings and the National Monument commemorating the Black Loyalist Landing in Birchtown in 1783.
Emancipation Day
August 1st marks Emancipation Day in Canada, a day learn about and reflect on the contributions of people of African descent to Nova Scotia's development, while recognizing the continuing legacies of historical enslavement and anti-Black racism.
Events
June 29, 2024 to September 7, 2024
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg
Enjoy music by the sea every Saturday throughout the summer at 2pm on the stage in front of the...
July 27, 2024
Sherbrooke Village, Sherbrooke
Experience the art of woodturning during our Spotlight event. Watch skilled artisans at work and...
July 27, 2024 to July 28, 2024
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
It is known that the craft of rush chair seating came to Lunenburg County with the European...
July 28, 2024
Sherbrooke Village, Sherbrooke
Immerse yourself in the rich sounds of Heritage & Highland Music throughout Sherbrooke Village...
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
This year 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.
Mosses
New blog post from Dr. Sean R. Haughian, Curator of Botany - Mosses for minimalist green roofs
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