Our Museums
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 Favourite Objects
Nova Scotians and people around the world can experience part of the province's expansive museum collection online, from Jurassic-aged fossils to Mi'kmaq moose hair embroidery. Nova Scotia Made, Nova Scotia Used, Nova Scotia Found is a virtual exhibit showcasing 100 artifacts and specimens that reflect the diversity of the province's culture and heritage.
Events
January 27, 2023 to April 30, 2023
Museum of Natural History
Discover the mysteries under your skin
Body Worlds Vital is an incredible exhibition offering an...
March 28, 2023
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax
Tuesday, March 28, 6:30 pm
Small Craft Gallery
(Photo source: Cast up by the Sea…Harpers Weekly...
March 30, 2023
Museum of Natural History, Halifax
Dr. Gerard MacDonald
Did you know there are at least 3 times more microbes than human cells on and...
April 4, 2023
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax
Author talk, book signing and original artwork by Lynette Richards
Tuesday, April 4, 6:30 pm
Small...
Blog
Telling Nova Scotia’s extraordinary stories - our natural history, people’s history, seafaring traditions, industrial heritage, and our artistic life.
Publications
Research is one of the fundamental activities of the Nova Scotia Museum. Our publications are available electronically through an Open Journal System catalogue hosted by Dalhousie University.
Learning at home
Can't make it to the museum? We have plenty of ways to keep learning at home through our online activities, exhibits and videos.
Social media
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Unlimited Visits
Come for an hour or stay for the day. The choice is yours with an Annual Pass.