Museums

Museums (Family Fun Halifax)

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Little Learners: Dinosaur Detective at the Discovery Centre

Discover the wonderful world of dinosaurs and join the Discovery Centre to learn, explore, and make discoveries about dinosaurs through interactive activities. Dig for dinosaur fossils, create amazing dinosaur crafts, and watch prehistoric animals take flight in the wind tunnel! Programming is intended for ages 2 – 5, and all
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Discovery Centre Events: What’s Happening in April

The Discovery Centre is an amazing museum and science centre that offers interactive exhibits, cutting-edge experiences, and innovative galleries. They also have many special events to enjoy. Here’s what’s coming up. On April 5th, the Discovery Centre is hosting Oral Health Day! Join Dalhousie School of Dental Hygiene at Discovery
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Monsters of the Abyss at the Museum of Natural History

Visit the Museum of Natural History for their newest exhibit Monsters of the Abyss, and discover the biggest and most feared aquatic predators through time. Learn the history and ecology of these amazing prehistoric and modern day creatures and discover why they were so feared! Monsters of the Abyss When:
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Family-Friendly Exhibitions in HRM
Family-Friendly Exhibitions in HRM

Halifax is home to world-class museums and art galleries that display local talent and welcome touring exhibitions from across the globe. Whether you are passing along your appreciation for the visual arts or hoping to teach your child about the world and all of its creatures, there are exhibitions for
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February Events at Ross Farm

Want a great way to embrace these Atlantic winter days?  This February, Ross Farm has multiple events to help you enjoy winter, including candle making, a belt workshop and more. February Events at Ross Farm  Dates: Throughout February Hours: Museum Site – Saturday & Sunday 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

The Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum is Atlantic Canada’s only museum devoted to preserving all aspects of Atlantic Canada’s aviation heritage. Granted “Local Museum” status by the Nova Scotia Museum in 1989, it is owned and operated by local volunteers since its inception in 1977. Both civilian and military aviation history
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Discovery Centre Exhibits | Dinosaur Explorer

The Discovery Centre is an amazing museum and science centre that offers interactive exhibits, cutting-edge experiences, and innovative galleries. Find the newest exhibit here! Step back in time and experience the ultimate dino adventure right here in Halifax – but hurry, it’s for a limited time only! Don’t miss this
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Free Admission at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

BMO Bank of Montreal provides financial support to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia (AGNS) to allow free public access every Thursday evening! Explore the galleries and exhibits for free with your family. Thanks, BMO! Free Admission at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia:  Venue:  1723 Hollis Street, Halifax Date:
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Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia in Cherry Brook

Established in 1983, the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia in Cherry Brook was created to protect, preserve and promote the history and culture of African Nova Scotians. The Centre is a museum and cultural gathering place, where the rich history of Nova Scotians of African Descent can be discovered
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Shearwater Aviation Museum – TEMPORARILY CLOSED as of October 23, 2023

The Shearwater Aviation Museum’s mandate is to collect, preserve, display and promote the history of Maritime Military Aviation at the air station now known as 12 Wing Shearwater, from 1918 to the present time. Shearwater Aviation Museum: Address: 34 Bonaventure Street, Dartmouth Website: shearwateraviationmuseum.ca