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Erected in 1887, ICR Tatamagouche is one of Canada’s oldest standing railway stations. The station houses railway artifacts, china, photographs, and stationmaster residence. Rolling stock includes a dining car, Governor General's car, cabooses, & two boxcars. Tours by appointment. Inn on site; Wi-Fi hotspots.

Community gallery showcasing local and regional talent.

Set in the heart of the small community of Bass River, Nova Scotia, the Bass River Heritage Museum has been welcoming visitors from all around the globe since 2000. Located in an old church, this museum offers a look into the history of the community of Bass River, and provides a first hand look at the wooden chair making company that was once located on this site: Dominion Chair Company, established in 1860.

Stewiacke Valley Museum strives to preserve and display the history of the Stewiacke Valley.

The Fundy Geological Museum is the world centre for experiencing geological history interpreted from the unique features of Nova Scotia’s Fundy region. It is operated by the Cumberland Geological Society as part of the Nova Scotia Museum. Established in December 1993, the Fundy Geological Museum attracts over 22,000 visitors annually from around the world. The Museum includes an exhibition gallery, lab space, multi-purpose room, gift shop and administration offices.

Preserved in nature, uncovered by force. Explore one of nature’s most inspiring creations, where the highest tides in the world reveal the most complete fossil record of the “Coal Age,” 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Every rock holds the possibility of discovery, and our guided tours may lead you to finding a missing piece of time’s puzzle. At Joggins, our backyard may be 300 million years old but every day is different!

Come and be immersed into history as you take a stroll through an early 1900s family home and business. Inside the Museum you will be thrust back in time as you walk into The Watson Smith & Son’s Hardware Store displayed much as it was in the early to mid-1900s.

The Balmoral Grist Mill in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia, is a captivating historic landmark that brings the region's milling history to life. This meticulously restored mill offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the past. Dating back to the early 1870s, the Balmoral Grist Mill showcases the ingenuity and craftsmanship of its time, with its fully operational water-powered machinery and traditional milling techniques. Stepping inside the mill, visitors can witness the rhythmic hum of the grinding stones as they transform locally grown grains into flour. Whether you're a history buff, or simply seeking a unique and educational experience, a visit to the Balmoral Grist Mill is a captivating journey back in time that celebrates the heritage of Tatamagouche and its milling legacy.

The Sutherland Steam Mill in Denmark, Nova Scotia, is a fascinating historical site that offers a glimpse into Nova Scotia’s rich industrial past. Nestled in a picturesque setting, this well-preserved steam mill stands as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the early 20th century. The mill showcases an impressive collection of vintage steam-powered machinery, highlighting the once-thriving lumber industry that played a significant role in the local economy. For history enthusiasts and those seeking a unique glimpse into Nova Scotia's industrial heritage, the Sutherland Steam Mill is a must-visit destination that captures the essence of the past.

With 28 provincial museums and interpretive centres, 13 National Historic Sites, and dozens of community-based museums, Nova Scotia's storied history offers plenty of historical adventures. Experience everything from the fisheries to fossils, and whales to woolen mills when you experience our history firsthand at our 10 living history museums where costumed interpreters bring to life days gone by.

Overlooking the salt marsh and the Bay of Fundy, the Joy Laking Gallery features oil and acrylic paintings and watercolours as well as a selection of prints and reproductions by one of Nova Scotia's most well known painters. Joy has had national solo exhibitions and has work in major collections. She is an elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists and received the 2009 Woman of Excellence Award and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.

The gallery is open year round and features the work of other local artists. The classes run in 8 week sessions. Opened in 2006, Thrown Together Pottery has nurtured many of the local potters in the Truro and surrounding area and taught countless others the joy of clay. Owner Danielle Sawada makes functional pottery as well as urns for pets and people.