Le Village Historique Acadien de la Nouvelle-Ecosse

Le Village Historique Acadien de la Nouvelle-Ecosse

Le Village Historique Acadien de la Nouvelle-Ecosse
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
About
Situated on a beautiful 17-acre site overlooking Pubnico harbour, Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse (Historical Acadian Village of Nova Scotia) invites you to step back in time and discover the heart, life and work of the Acadians in the early 1900s.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Judson M
Brookfield, Canada17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
This isn’t a review on the museum as much as it is the staff, who were all great but two in particular made the visit. We were greeted by an extremely friendly lady in the Acadian homestead who kept referring to the house as “ours” and going into great detail during the tour, which isn’t unusual for a staff member playing character in a interpretive museum. Once we finished the tour we had moment to speak one on one with the interpreter. She told us how this was her family home and how she lived in it when she was first married and that it had since been donated to the museum. This was the first time I’ve ever been to a museum house that the interpreter was once the resident, this really added to the experience and brought the history to life. The second was the gentleman in the lobster fishing shed, normally you get a summer student who has a brief general knowledge of the topic. Our host was an active lobster fisherman who captivated a large group of us tourists on the wharf for over an hour with stories and could answer any question that was asked. As a resident of Nova Scotia who’s been to every museum in the provincial system I didn’t think I could be wowed by any exhibit but my whole group was taken aback by the experience. If there is one museum you visit in Nova Scotia this is the one!
Written December 29, 2023
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What a beautiful review. Thank you so much!
Written May 14, 2024
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MyrtleAnn
Halifax, Canada66 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
We did this as part of our staycation and we’re glad we did.

This is typically a self guided tour but given Covid-19 restrictions was guided. It was a really neat look at Acadian life in the early 1900s.

They brought you through homes, a blacksmith shop, fishing shanty and other buildings common to an Acadian village of that time. Each building had people dressed in period costume explaining a day in the life of an Acadian during that time. It was very informative.

When we first arrived we didn’t realize it was an interpretive museum and were pleasantly surprised as it gave us many different perspectives from many different people with different areas of expertise (blacksmith, homemakers, boat builders, fishers) all of whom know the craft of that time.

Give yourself a couple of hours and you will be glad you did. I wish the time period was from an earlier time but it was so interesting and quite frankly really cheap (5 bucks an adult) so it is an interesting and fun thing to do in the area.
Written July 29, 2020
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We are glad that you enjoyed your visit and we appreciate your positive feedback. Thank you for stopping by!
Written August 20, 2020
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Sam D
Wauseon, OH272 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We were here on the last day of the season, and are so very glad we stopped in early...since we spent most of the day here. Great museum of the history of the Acadian people in this area and staffed by a great group of people staff who gave you a great look at the history and the life style of the settlers in this area circa 1850's. Farming, boat building, fishing, lobstering, blacksmithing, and more. We loved how informative and passionate the docents were about their village and their areas of expertise. Toss in a very nice gift shop, and a really good cafe...and this is a Great Place to visit.
We ate chowder, sandwiches, great pie!, fudge, and really enjoyed the kitchen staff.
These ladies have it together, and even shared a recipe or two. They were out of rappie pie though...so I guess we will have to come back soon.
Written September 26, 2023
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Thank you for your review. We hope that you do visit again!
Written May 14, 2024
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Alison S
Springfield, MA1,042 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022
First visit since COVID. Brought a friend for his first time. For me Le Village vividly recalls the Acadian lifestyle of times gone by. The guides are extremely well informed and have deep roots in the local culture. The houses even smell the same! Is it the wood kitchen stoves? the ginger cookies they bake for visitors daily? Visits to the blacksmith and the boat builder are always especially memorable, as these are actual craftspeople involved in different projects at every visit. The cafeteria is run by a warm & friendly team of Acadian women. Limited menu, but delicious.
Written September 21, 2022
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Thank you for your review. We are glad to have you come for a visit!
Written October 11, 2022
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Mike H
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
This was great. And the tidiest, cleanest attraction we've seen. Bravo! All interpreters were well rehearsed and personable, including reception. The restaurant is just about the only onw in the area, and so outside the pale in quality, cleanliness and service. We just wanted coffee and a sweet, and got the best of both served by the most charming staff - and reasonalby priced. This little place puts Parks Canada to shame. Odd, though, that they are not open Sundays and, come September, only Mon-Fri! Still - awesome visit.
Written August 22, 2022
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Thank you for your lovely comments! We would love to be open all days but our staff need breaks too and labour is a bit short these days :)
Written October 11, 2022
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Justtravelling4
Halifax, Canada349 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
My fiance and I visited this spot for the first time a couple of weeks ago on my first visit to Yarmouth County. The area is stunning and so well maintained. Due to covid restrictions we had our own personal tour guide to take us through the village. We learned so much about the people and even got to watch a demonstration from the black smith. We didn't feel rushed and everyone was so friendly. We highly recommend visiting Le Village Historique, it is suitable for all ages. There is also a walking trail in the area and a light house. Beautiful views as well.
Written September 2, 2020
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Thank you so much for this review and I'm happy to hear that you had a pleasant experience!
Written September 8, 2020
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Paul
Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada23 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021
Very nice to visit 17 acres Acadien village for a few hours in West Pubnico and with very friendly museum staff. Maybe Le Village Acadien be open on weekend for families to visit in the future, as currently open M-F. Stay overnight at a very nice and relaxing local B&B nearby, Argyle By The Sea Bed & Breakfast.
Written August 6, 2021
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Thank you for your review! I am glad you enjoyed your visit. In the past we were open 7 days a week but have had to decrease our hours during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hopefully we will be able to offer more opening hours again in the near future.
Written August 10, 2021
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Y Not?
Orange County, CA99 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2019
On a roadtrip through Nova Scotia we saw the French flag with a star on one of the fields of the flag; road signs in French. With a little research, learned about the French Acadiens and their history. The village was very interesting with live persons in period dress, cooking, black smithing, and providing a very complete story of their lives. It was a total education for us as to how they were treated (basically deported back to France) and then allowed to return to Canada. For some enlightenment on the lives of "French immigrants" in Canada, this is certainly a good place to visit. If you are into history, make a stop. A most enjoyable stop. Be prepared to do some walking.
Written May 9, 2020
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gargamel781
Sherbrooke, Canada17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
We really enjoyed our visit! We went there at the end of the day when there were few visitors. We enjoyed chatting with the colorful inhabitants of the village. The site is magnificent. We would have liked to spend more time there! The entrance price is very affordable and it's worth going!
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Written July 31, 2023
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Merci pour votre belle revue! À la prochaine!
Written May 14, 2024
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Prmsmus
Nova Scotia, Canada72 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
This was an excellent excursion! The guided tour was exceptional, and very informative. The people working on site were professional, yet very friendly and accomodating. They are very passionate about their village and anxious to sure with others. I would highly recommend this for anyone - school groups included!
Written August 23, 2020
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I appreciate that you took the time to give us feedback :) Our team takes pride in our Village and it is a pleasure hearing about positive experiences!
Written August 27, 2020
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