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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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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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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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada. With locations in downtown Halifax and downtown Yarmouth, the Gallery houses the Province’s art collection and offers a range of exhibitions and programming. As one of the premier arts institutions in Canada, the Gallery is responsible
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The Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame is an interactive, free, fun experience for people of all ages including a theatre, sports simulations and more. Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame Contact Info: Address: 1800 Argyle St., Halifax, N.S. Phone: (902) 421-1266 Website: www.novascotiasporthalloffame.com  

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 Contact Info: Address: 34 Bonaventure Street, Dartmouth, N.S. Phone: (902) 720-1083 Website: Shearwater Aviation
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