Category: History & Culture
Nova Scotia is famous for its rugged coastline, rich maritime history, and of course, its stunning lighthouses. In fact, there are over 100 lighthouses listed by the Nova Scotia Lighthouse Preservation Society. Some are easy to visit, while others are no longer open to the public.
Vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and fresh Nova Scotia seafood await in the charming coastal village of Pubnico.
Fisherman core may be a current trend online but it’s a way of life for many communities in Nova Scotia. From charming fishing villages rooted in maritime history to lighthouses well over 100 years old, Nova Scotia is the coastal destination of your dreams.
Dive into Nova Scotia’s rich Gaelic culture and experience breathtaking scenery on a getaway to Iona, Cape Breton. From the shores of the mighty Bras d’Or Lake UNESCO Biosphere to the Highland Village Museum and a traditional ceilidh at the Iona Heights Inn, Central Cape Breton is well worth the visit!
Create unforgettable memories with friends and family this winter through vibrant arts and crafts, UNESCO World Heritage sites and more!
Plan a perfect fall getaway to Bear River, a tidal village on stilts! Explore the many artisan studios, galleries, and shops that make Bear River an “artist hub” of Nova Scotia. Discover local flavours, visit wineries in one of North America’s oldest wine regions, and sip locally roasted coffee and craft beers. Be astonished as the Bay of Fundy tide transforms the community twice daily, exposing the stilts on which Bear River’s picturesque buildings rest – truly a phenomenon to experience in person!
Since time immemorial the Mi’kmaw people have cared for and stewarded the land we now call Nova Scotia. Mi’kma’ki, the traditional territory of the Mi’kmaq, includes all of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, parts of New Brunswick, the Gaspe Peninsula of Quebec, and parts of Maine (USA). The Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia are unique in their traditions, stories, songs and dances, art and craft, histories, spirituality, and language influenced by the lands and waters they are deeply connected to. Did you know? Mi’kmaw was officially proclaimed Nova Scotia’s first language in 2022!
All the world’s a stage and Nova Scotia’s no different. After an exciting day exploring Nova Scotia’s sights and sounds find your seat and treat yourself to an evening of fine theatre.
The Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region is home to some of the province’s earliest recorded history, from the fossils of prehistoric creatures that roamed these lands to the legends of the Mi’kmaq and European settlers.
If our 8 Reasons to Visit a Nova Scotia Museum Site this summer blog convinced you to plan a visit, here are a few things you may not know about these sites.
