Attractions

Pictou County’s oldest wooden church, a masterpiece of pioneer architecture was opened in 1834.

A park located in New Glasgow, dedicated to the history of Nova Scotians of African descent.

The museum showcases impressive antiques, artifacts and horse drawn machinery.

The third Caribou Lighthouse, the one that remains standing today, was constructed around 1971.

A park dedicated to the Westray Mine explosion in 1992.

Historical 19th-century churches located downtown Antigonish.

Cape George Lighthouse is still guiding ships safely ashore with its flashing lamp.

A 1925 one-room schoolhouse converted into a museum.

The collection commemorates the contributions of those who have served in the army, navy, air force and special services.

In 1938 a cairn was erected on the site of a non-denominational cemetery to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Culloden.

The Loch Broom Log Church was constructed on the site of the first Presbyterian Church as a commemorative replica in 1973.

The Hector Heritage Quay features the story of the 18th-century Scottish migration.

The early 19th-century home of Dr. McCulloch contains various artifacts as well as genealogical information.

Trenton’s diverse and distinct industrial heritage is showcased at the Trenton Heritage Room.

Atlantic Canada’s largest museum offers fun artifacts, exhibits, and stories.

This municipal heritage site features one of the last surviving footbridges in North America.

Kiosks are located in different communities of Pictou County to explain each area’s rich history.

The museum preserves the area’s rich sea heritage and offers an Adopt-a-Lobster program.

One of the finest performing arts and multi-purpose meeting venues in Eastern Canada.

The museum houses over 4000 artifacts, scrapbooks, a video library, and medals in over 30 categories of sport.

One of the finest private collections of its kind, the Sobey Art Foundation has assembled exemplary examples from Canadian Masters.

This Victorian-era shipbuilder’s home displays an extensive collection of artifacts and antiques, with a historical garden.

This community museum features exhibits depicting the cultural heritage of Antigonish.

Interpretive panels are located on rocks around the Lighthouse which tell the story of the historic fishing community of Arisaig.

Interpretive panels describe the life cycle of tuna and the history of tuna fishing.

Contemporary abstract art and old-fashioned gardens, located on Beaver Dam Farm.

Speedway in Antigonish, which hosts the Parts For Trucks Pro Stock Tour and NASCAR Pinty’s Series each summer.

Glasgow Square presents a wide variety of the performing arts, music, comedy, dance, live theatre and more.