Residents of Nova Scotia, we encourage you to explore the beauty in our own backyard. Be sure to check ahead with restaurants, accommodations, and attractions to ensure they are open and to learn what safety precautions are required before you go.
Attractions
The Northumberland and Eastern Shores have a multitude of historic museums and sites, as well as community run museums for visitors to learn about the lifestyles along our shores. There is something for every age and interest. Step back in time to learn about the Hector passengers at Hector Heritage Quay in Pictou, 1867 Sherbrooke Village, the industries of Nova Scotia in the Museum of Industry in Stellarton or 1940’s Eastern Shore at Memory Lane Heritage Village. Our award winning attractions are around every bend.
Caribou Lighthouse
The third Caribou Lighthouse, the one that remains standing today, was constructed around 1971.
Prince Henry Sinclair Monument
A monument to commemorate the landing of Prince Henry Sinclair and offers a panoramic view of Chedebucto Bay.
Memory Lane Heritage Village
Rural life in Nova Scotia during the 1940s, including life during and after the Second World War.
Cape George Point Lighthouse
Cape George Lighthouse is still guiding ships safely ashore with its flashing lamp.
Place Savalette
Captain Savalette was a fisherman from France, who used the shores and islands of Tor Bay to fish during the 1500s and 1600s.
Queensport Lighthouse
The Queensport Lighthouse is a heritage lighthouse because of its historical, architectural, and community values.
Old Court House Museum & Visitor Information Centre
The Old Court House Museum is located in one of the most scenic areas in Nova Scotia.
Canso Islands National Historic Site
Come and relax as you wander through the ruins of an 18th century fishing settlement.
Whitman House Museum & Visitor Information Centre
Illustrates the history of Canso Town and eastern Guysborough County, with exhibits from Canso Harbour.
Out of the Fog Lighthouse Museum
Exhibits showcases the light-keeper's way of life and demonstrates the operations of the light station.
Parc de nos Ancêtres
A peaceful, historic park that features a series of large stones, all painted by a talented artist.
Goldboro Interpretive Centre
Displays of artifacts and photos of the mining and fishing history of Goldboro and the surrounding areas.
Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive Centre
The lighthouse has been an important and integral part of the local community since the establishment of the first lighthouse in 1901.
MacPhee House Community Museum & Visitor Information Centre
This heritage building features a museum and visitor information centre.
Barry Colpitts Folk Art
Folk art birds, mermaids and animals in and around a brightly decorated house.
Fishermen’s Life Museum
Come in for a cup of tea and a warm welcome at this typical homestead of an inshore fisherman.
Harbour Breezes Daylilies
The gardens are open daily all season and we welcome visitors and groups to tour the gardens.
Musquodoboit Railway Museum & Visitor Information Centre
The building houses a museum and a visitor information centre with a picnic area outside.
L’Acadie de Chezzetcook / Acadian House Museum
Experience Acadian life as lived in Grand Desert and West Chezzetcook.
Hope for Wildlife
Connecting people to wildlife in a positive way through knowledge and understanding
Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum
This community museum, established on the site of an original 200-year-old family farm.
Fisherman’s Cove
Explore a restored 200-year old fishing village, walk the boardwalk, sample seafood, and do some shopping!
St. Mary’s River Association Salmon Museum
The beautiful St. Mary’s River has been a popular spot for anglers and nature lovers for decades.
Goldenville Gold Mining Interpretive Centre
The Goldenville Gold District was once known as Nova Scotia’s Klondike
Sherbrooke Village Provincial Museum
Every day is a trip back in time as Nova Scotia’s 19th-century heritage is brought to life.
Pictou County Military Museum
Thousands of military artifacts pay tribute to the military personnel.
Loch Broom Log Church
This replica was built in 1973 to resemble, as closely as possible, the original church that formed the mother congregation of Presbyterianism in the area.
Hector Heritage Quay
The Hector Heritage Quay features the story of the 18th-centurty Scottish migration.
McCulloch House Museum & Genealogy Centre
Available for research, genealogy requests, archives, and various exhibits.
Nova Scotia Museum of Industry
Atlantic Canada’s largest museum offers fun artifacts, exhibits, and stories.
Hopewell Footbridge & Trail
This municipal heritage site features one of the last surviving footbridges in North America.
Community Historical Kiosks
Kiosks are located in different communities of Pictou County to explain each area's rich history.
Northumberland Fisheries Museum & Lobster Hatchery
The museum preserves the area’s rich sea heritage and offers an Adopt-a-Lobster program.
Pictou County Sports Heritage Hall of Fame
The museum houses over 2000 artifacts, scrapbooks, a video library, and medals in over 30 categories of sport.
Crombie House: Sobeys Art Foundation
One of the finest private collections of its kind, the Sobey Art Foundation has assembled exemplary examples from Canadian Masters.
Carmichael-Stewart House Museum
Built in 1880, the home is filled with exquisite Victorian architecture, from stained glass windows to a grand staircase.
Antigonish Heritage Museum
This community museum features exhibits depicting the cultural heritage of Antigonish.
Arisaig Lighthouse & Lobster Interpretive Centre
Interpretive panels are located on rocks around the Lighthouse which tell the story of the historic fishing community of Arisaig.
Ballantyne’s Cove Tuna Interpretive Centre
Interpretive panels describe the life cycle of tuna and the history of tuna fishing.
Old Barn Gallery & Garden
A gallery in the massive hand-hewn loft of an 1845 barn on Beaver Dam Farm.
Black Sheep Folk Art Gallery
Featuring folk, self-taught and outsider art from the US & Canada, with an emphasis on the works of Nova Scotia folk artists past and present.
Mulgrave Heritage Centre
Built in the form of a replica to the former Scotia Ferry, the museum is a must see stop on the Marine drive.