Top Things to do in Nova Scotia South Shore
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Things to do in Nova Scotia South Shore, Southwest Nova Scotia: The Best History Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Nova Scotia South Shore, United States including Dory Shop Museum, Wile Carding Mill Museum, Mahone Bay Museum, Black Loyalist Heritage Centre, Fort Point Museum.
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1. Dory Shop Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By wimsey54 - Granum, Canada
Driving around Shelburne, we stopped to ask for info, from a fellow, who took us over to see the Dory Museum & boat building shop. We are grateful to have run into Mr. M Buchanan, the boat builder, and for him to share, his wonderful stories, of the Dory Boat & building. He was very friendly, informative, & interesting. We would definitely return!
2. Wile Carding Mill Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By kenbQ167LZ - North Bay, Canada
My wife and I visited this old, water powered carding mill in mid-August of 2019. As we entered another couple left. This meant we were the only visitors in the small mill. To our surprise and delight we were given an almost one hour informative and enjoyable guided tour by a very knowledgeable guide. As we left another couple were just entering. What a shame to see so few people during the height of the tourist season and from what our guide told us this was not unusual. The mill itself was in continuous operation from 1860 intil 1968. All of the original machinery is still in the mill. The entire milling operation is explained in detail including prices per pound (to the customer) for various operation and an explanation as to why a 12 hour trip in the 1800's was a worthwhile investment to have one's wool carded. One of the interesting things about this mill was that customers were guaranteed that the raw wool that they brought in would be the carded wool they received back - not mixed with somebody else's which was usually the case. Take the time - an hour or so to be pleasantly surprised.
3. Mahone Bay Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
A community museum located in the heart of beautiful downtown Mahone Bay, providing visitors and locals alike with an in-depth understanding our community's heritage. Open Hours: May-September - for more details, please visit http://mahonebaymuseum.com/hours-location/
Reviewed By tracyrepchuk - Los Angeles, United States
Mahone Bay in general is a must visit if you are in Nova Scotia. It's an adorable little town, with a constant stream of activities - my parents and brothers all live here (I live in California). The museum has local history, and shows you about the families that formed it (many of the names which still live there) and other cute artifacts. Definitely go in, it doesn't take long and it helps to keep places like this alive and part of the community.
4. Black Loyalist Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Depending on the weather you may want to bring a picnic lunch and nourish yourself before you begin this extraordinary experience of the old and new. Climb up the Shaw Turret where we commemorated all Black Loyalist communities as you overlook Birchtown Bay. Or enter into the Centre's Lindsey Gallery and dive into the multimedia presentation of the Black Loyalist journey from Africa to the US then to Nova Scotia and back to Africa. Explore the virtual copy of the Carlton's Book of Negroes and search for your ancestor who may have experienced part of this incredible journey. Also explore our amazing archaeological pit which embodies this extraordinary narrative of the past and present. Have fun examining the archaeological artifacts excavated here in Birchtown. Before you leave us please take the time to create a virtual quilt square that will tell us about your experience and how this story has impacted you and what you have learned. Please continue to explore our site and visit our historical buildings where you can view our Bunce Island exhibit and movie, the National Historic Monument that commemorated the 1783 Black Loyalist Landings of Nova Scotia, explore our Heritage Trail and visit the Pit House. Be prepared to spend some time with us.
Reviewed By RitaandPhilC - Shelburne, Canada
Set in beautiful surroundings this modern building exposes the visitors in a humbling and profound way to the authetic history of black loyalists and the struggles faced. It was a long time coming and so justly needed. Everyone hsould go and it shoudl be compulsory for all schools and colledges.
5. Fort Point Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Local museum focused on preserving the history of the community of LaHave through the many artifacts that fill the museum alongside wonderful staff to guide you along the way. In addition to the breathtaking history the museum the grounds feature picturesque views perfect for picnics on the coast or just enjoying the sun on the beach .
