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 10, 2026 to March 31, 2026
Museum of Industry, Stellarton
A fun-filled program for children under 5 years.
Tuesday, February 10 to Tuesday, March 31, 2026,...
February 17, 2026 to April 28, 2026
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax
Tuesdays, 1 pm to 3 pm
Our popular social crafting sessions continue as the winter months move into...
February 22, 2026 to February 23, 2026
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Join Carmen Legge for a two-day semi-private blacksmith workshop on February 22nd and 23rd. The...
February 24, 2026
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax
Stephi Walker
Tuesday Night Talk
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Stephi Walker has spent ten years working as a...
Research Grants
We are accepting applications for Nova Scotia Museum Research Grants. Completed application forms must be received by no later than 5 pm AST, March 13, 2026.
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!
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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