Prescott House Museum
Prescott House Museum
Prescott House Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Come calling at “Acacia Grove”, an elegant Georgian house in the picturesque Annapolis Valley. Here, horticulturalist Charles Prescott cultivated Nova Scotia’s apple industry from 1811 to 1859.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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dgg123
Halifax, Canada1,399 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We walked through here many times. Usually we are up in the Apple Blossom time for the Festival and strolling through the grounds when the trees are in bloom is magically.
Written October 26, 2015
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CrownVictoria
Middleton, Canada192 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
My mother and I visited this beautiful museum that her father had brought me to 32 years ago. The staff member who met us at the door was Incredible! She took us on a detailed tour and showed us all the levels while talking of the history - really made for a pleasant afternoon. The grounds are lovely for a stroll or picnic and the house is simply lovely. A perfect way to spend a leisurely Sunday afternoon.
Written August 13, 2018
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We're thrilled you enjoyed our house and grounds! Thank you for visiting!
Written October 6, 2018
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Karen B
Forestburg36 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
We were on our way to Wolfville and saw an advertisement for this museum. We decided to stop, hand a look and stretch our legs. We were treated to a guided tour that was very less than $10 for or family. We visited for 20 minutes but could have stayed longer if we had taken the time to read all about the interesting history if this 1830s home. There is also a small but lovely flower garden to enjoy.
Written August 3, 2016
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tabhauser
Boulder, CO803 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
If you like to see old restored homes this is a good stop when in the area. We liked the history and furnishings and the simple tour given. This place is 10 minutes north of Wolfville and on the way to see the tidal villages and beaches north
Written May 19, 2014
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infoT8943ZI
Kentville, Canada23 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
Loved having the chance to re-visit this amazing old property.
Having the chance to wander through the gardens before and after touring the house.
The house is maintained fairly well for it's age, each room filled with period pieces of furniture and decor - many from the homes previous owners. you can wander through on your own or have one of the staff take you through and provide lots of interesting stories and background on the house and it owners over the many years.
Having the chance to wander through the gardens before and after touring the house.
The house is maintained fairly well for it's age, each room filled with period pieces of furniture and decor - many from the homes previous owners. you can wander through on your own or have one of the staff take you through and provide lots of interesting stories and background on the house and it owners over the many years.
Written December 10, 2018
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We're so glad you enjoyed your visit! We're now opened for the 2019 season, and the grounds and garden are starting to shape up!
Written June 13, 2019
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Stevethearchitect
Benfleet, UK346 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
The guided tour was just for the two of us, so very personal and well worth doing. The history of the house and how its use changed over the years before returning to its former glory was well worth knowing. The guide was very open about what was original and what was from the same period. That’s a nice, honest touch. The ONLY downside is there was no cafe or even a chance of a coffee - but there were washrooms!
Written September 30, 2018
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We loving giving guided tours to two, or one, or as many as we can! So glad you enjoyed the experience and delighted to hear you'd like to stay longer to enjoy a warm drink. We will have to see what we can do in the future. Thanks for visiting Prescott House Museum!
Written October 6, 2018
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Jan A
Las Vegas, NV59 contributions
Aug 2018
Was driving to Wolfville, saw signs for the Museum and decided to stop. It was a great choice! This is a historic home of the area. It is very inexpensive, $3.90 for adults!! A whole family is only $8.65 a real bargain!
It was neat to see a piece of history. It seems the house was saved in the 1930's by the grand daughter of the Prescotts. It makes you think how many historic buildings have just been demolished just because it was easier to knock them down or someone wants the land for a strip mall!!
There are little treasure like this everywhere, but they too will be gone unless we take the time to STOP, VISIT and support them!
Seeing a picture of history is one thing, experiencing it first hand is totally different. Don't take that experience away from future generations!! Take the time....STOP and ENJOY History!!
It was neat to see a piece of history. It seems the house was saved in the 1930's by the grand daughter of the Prescotts. It makes you think how many historic buildings have just been demolished just because it was easier to knock them down or someone wants the land for a strip mall!!
There are little treasure like this everywhere, but they too will be gone unless we take the time to STOP, VISIT and support them!
Seeing a picture of history is one thing, experiencing it first hand is totally different. Don't take that experience away from future generations!! Take the time....STOP and ENJOY History!!
Written August 15, 2018
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We are so thrilled you took the time to stop by and enjoy our museum! Feel free to stop by again for a visit, or to simply enjoy the grounds and stroll through our beautiful gardens.
Written October 6, 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
fishingdavep
Ottawa, Canada186 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
Set back off a secondary road East of Williams Port, the house is a god example of late Georgian architecture and a colonial estate. It is not as large as other prominent homes but is a bit unique in its design. It is furnished in mostly period effects with interesting displays. it is a quiet place with no crowds and ample free parking. The garden is pleasant but smaller than its counterparts in other great houses but is worth a stroll. We visited on a rainy June afternoon and had an individual guided tour. Probably not of interest to children.
Written July 29, 2018
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Thank you so much for visiting and enjoying our museum! We're so glad to hear you appreciated the style and displays. If you were wanting to bring any children to the property, our grounds are perfect for a picnic or stroll. Inside the house, we have some materials available for children and we adapt our guided tours accordingly. Thanks again for visiting!
Written October 6, 2018
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Mauriel J
Sparta, United States13 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
This is a fine example of a Georgian home, and its builder contributed to the apple growing in the Annapolis Valley. The house interprets the whole history of the family who built it, sold it, eventually got it back when a great-granddaughter reacquired it after years of neglect, and the history that each generation made.
Written July 24, 2018
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We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the house and its history!
Written October 6, 2018
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Melissa B
Port Williams, Canada66 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Over the summer my kids went to a children’s program at the Prescott House. They had a wonderful time, staff where friendly and patient. Our local museums are a treasure to be explore. Unplug your family and add a visit to Prescott House to your summer list!
Written December 2, 2017
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Do I need to bring anything besides myself to the workshop tomorrow?
Written August 21, 2015
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