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.
Black Loyalist Heritage Centre
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.
Events
January 20, 2025 to June 23, 2025
Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro
Every Monday 10am – 1:30pm
Fundy Geological Museum – Multi Purpose Room
Join the Beachside Rug...
January 23, 2025 to April 3, 2025
Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro
Every Thursday 11am – 6:30pm
Catch Flippin’ Mike’s Gourmet Burgers & Fries Food Truck at the...
February 22, 2025 to February 23, 2025
Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
This weekend, enjoy hot chocolate served around the campfire in the woods. There will be sleigh...
February 26, 2025
Museum of Natural History, Halifax
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM AST
Art meets nature in this evening of creativity and exploration. Learn about...
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.
Nova Scotia Museum Research Grants Program
The Nova Scotia Museum Research Grant Program, administered by the museum's board of governors, annually contributes funding toward research projects that improve Nova Scotians' understanding of our natural and cultural history
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