Best History Museum in Dartmouth

"A 20-minute drive from Tangier, this outstanding example of how a community can work together to preserve its history re-creates a 1940s Eastern Shore village in a series of lovingly relocated and restored buildings, chock full of hands-on antiques, as if frozen in time. You'll find vintage cars, a farmstead with animals (great for kids), a schoolhouse, a church, a miner's hut, a blacksmith, shipbuilding shops and so much more. A must for history buffs of any kind. "

"If you stepped back in time at Sherbrooke Village the day before, you may want to take a stroll down Memory Lane Heritage Village. This attraction is somewhat similar to Sherbrooke, but celebrates an era about a hundred years later, the 1940s."

"The Quaker House is one of the oldest buildings in Dartmouth, and is associated with the Nantucket Quaker Whalers who lived in the city from 1785 to 1792. The house has been restored and furnished to reflect the history of the building. This is a living history museum, so there is always something to do when you visit it."

"William Ray was a Quaker and cooper, from Nantucket, who moved to Dartmouth in 1785. As a cooper her serviced the local whaling industry. His house is the oldest in Dartmouth and one of the oldest in Halifax, and it closely resembles Quaker houses in Nantucket."

"Housed in the former 1918 Canadian National Railway Station. Traces the history of the railway and early development of this region, with a collection that includes five railway cars, photographs, maps, posters, tickets, artifacts (such as baggage wagons and a sled), a small library and gift shop. Open mid-May to October."

"Learn the story of Nova Scotia railways at the Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum on Route 7. Examine the posters, tickets, maps and photographs in the Canadian Northern Railway station of 1918. Don’t forget to stop for ice cream on the way out!"

"This heritage farm is a living museum that is dedicated to preserving and interpreting Cole Harbour’s agricultural past and developing an understanding of animals, farming, and plants today. There is traditional livestock that you can meet and learn about while visiting the farm. Cole Harbour Heritage Farm"

"The Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum is about a 15-minute drive from downtown Halifax, at 471 Poplar Drive. Dedicated to preserving Cole Harbour’s agricultural past they have a wonderful selection of animals, a garden and tea room. The site has eight heritage buildings, dating from 1780 to 1938."

"While the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site isn’t a traditional museum, it’s definitely worthy of a spot on this list. Its history dates back to 1828 and will transport you and your guests back in time on your big day. It has two larger spaces (the North Front Casemates and the Garrison Room) which can each fit up to 60 guests and two smaller spaces (the Naval Room and the Artillery Room) which are best suited for small celebrations and elopements."

"For about two centuries, the Halifax Citadel — a large hill overlooking the city — served to protect the waterfront city and its inhabitants. It was the hill which prompted the British to build a settlement in Halifax in 1749, knowing that it would be easy to defend. Today, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada doesn’t serve to protect the town, but rather to teach people about its history."

"Keeping watch over the city is Citadel Hill, where there has been British fortifications since 1749. Now a National Historic Site of Canada, the current Citadel has been restored to its Victorian appearance. Costumed interpreters and exhibits explain the role of the Citadel in Halifax’s history."

"The Canadian Scientific Ship CSS Acadia, berthed at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, was built for the Canadian hydrographic service in 1913, the first vessel specifically designed to survey Canada's northern waters. But her career extended long beyond surveying ice-infested waters of Hudson Bay. As a guard ship in Halifax Harbor, Acadia was damaged in the Halifax Explosion in 1917, and is the only vessel still afloat today to have survived the disaster."

"For an insightful experience, climb aboard Canada’s oldest warship and the last of its 123 corvettes, HMCS Sackville. The ship was used during World War II and played a crucial role in winning the Battle of the Atlantic. It has served as a naval memorial since 1983 and invites visitors to learn about its history while exploring its gun deck, engine room and other features."

"1675 Lower Water St., Halifax 902-429-2132, 902-427-0550, ext. 2837. This World War II convoy escort corvette has been restored as a floating naval memorial to the courage and sacrifice of all who served in Canada’s navy. Immediately adjacent is an Interpretation Centre with a multi-media presentation."

"Amazing veggie platter, I don't even know what half the things in it are but I loved every single thing!. The food is so fresh. 10/10 a must go when in..."