Posted on: November 22, 2012
Memory Lane Heritage Village located in Lake Charlotte in the Eastern Shore region is an award-winning living history village depicting life in rural Nova Scotia during the 1940s, an era transformed by modern conveniences. The village features 16 rescued and restored buildings with period artifacts including a general store,
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
Lake Banook is a freshwater lake located in Dartmouth within the Halifax Regional Municipality in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is home to three sprint canoe and kayak clubs, two rowing clubs, and has a claim to be the birthplace of ice hockey. It has several great swimming holes,
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
Part of the Cole Harbour Parks and Trails Association. The main part of the Shearwater Flyer Trail is a 5km (3 mile) well groomed, flat trail located between trailheads on Bisset Rd. and Caldwell Rd. This trail is perfect for bike riding or getting the kids out for a good
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
Peggy’s Cove is one of Nova Scotia’s premiere destinations. Its historic lighthouse, charming fishing village and remarkable landscape make for a breathtaking trip, just a short distance from Halifax. Peggy’s Cove Details: Address: (lighthouse and restaurant) 178 Peggy’s Point Road, Peggy’s Cove, N.S. Phone: (902) 823-2561 Website: http://www.peggys-cove.com/
Posted on: November 21, 2012
The Cole Harbour Rural Heritage Farm Museum is a community museum dedicated to preserving and interpreting Cole Harbour’s agricultural past, and to developing understanding of plants, animals and farming today. It’s a great place to bring the kids for an afternoon play, with all kinds of interesting nooks and crannies
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
Learn about the experiences of immigrants as they arrived in Canada, and the vital role of immigration to Canada. The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 was newly renovated in the summer of 2015, and now has two large galleries full of fascinating, interactive activities to help visitors understand
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
This lovely stretch of trails leads through historic Cole Habour properties including old homesteads and other beautiful sites. It is perfect for families with well-maintained washrooms along the trail, streams, bridges and other sites. Cole Harbour Heritage Park Contact Info: Address: Take the 207, turn right on to Bisset Road large
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
The Dartmouth Heritage Museum started from humble beginnings; a group of like-minded citizens began presenting collections of artifacts in two local schools to promote awareness of heritage in our region. Interest in this project grew as the schools, other community groups and City Council saw merit in their efforts. The
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Posted on: November 21, 2012
Alderney Landing is a unique destination and venue for business, arts and entertainment in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. At Alderney Landing you will find a theatre, market space, restaurants, a library, and of course, our beautiful Ferry Terminal! Alderney Landing Details: Address: 2 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth Phone: (902) 461-4698 Website: www.alderneylanding.com
Posted on: November 21, 2012
A fun adventure for all ages, Oaklawn Farm Zoo boasts the largest display of Big Cats and Primates in Eastern Canada, and much more. Oaklawn’s 50-acre zoo offers a relaxing atmosphere in a country like setting. You can stroll along and interact with a wide diversity of mammals, birds and
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Family Fun Halifax is a complete resource of events and activities for your family to enjoy in Halifax and surrounding areas!
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