Everything that one needs to understand about the Acadian culture and innovations - as well as the... read more
I'm pretty sure that this is the park where a statue of Evangeline from Longfellow's poem stands... read more
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Everything that one needs to understand about the Acadian culture and innovations - as well as the sad story of the expulsion of the Acadians in 1750s. It is critical to see the models, videos and local geographic setting before visiting other Acadians sites in...More
I'm pretty sure that this is the park where a statue of Evangeline from Longfellow's poem stands. This is one of the best works of are this side of the Atlantic. As you walk around the statue you see the young girl become an old...More
This Site, like many historic sites, has Botha. good side and a rather sad side. The site itself is gorgeous with a great explanation of the Acadians and their life here in Nova Scotia. It is, however, also the site of the deportation - where...More
Nice visit in the garden. Inside the information site, we can see nice artefacts, understand how Aboiteau were made, etc.. Worth the visit.
December site is closed by grounds open to stroll around. The famous Wadsworth poem of Evangeline remembered in her stature. And a bust and commemoration of his work. The memorial church is lovely the grounds have lots to see, beautiful landscape
Lots of information panels so you can still learn about it je place even though the center is closed. Walk behind to see the sculpture depicting the expulsion of the Acadians and then the church with the statue of a Evangeline. We drove out to...More
Being part Cajun I really wanted to see this place- worth it! Make sure you drive all the way out to the beach and see the “back side” of the dikes... also walk around and see the Evangeline statue- marvel at the ingenuity of these...More
A must for anyone researching their Acadian roots! Helpful, cheerful, beautiful! The church maintains marriage and deportation records of the Acadians. A wonderful place not only for those on an historical journey, but the ambiance of the countryside is quite heavenly.
I was unaware of the horrible deportation of the Acadians. Such a sad story. I had read Longfellow's Evangeline as a child but had forgotten this story. As a citizen of the USA, I was beginning to think American was the only place with a...More
If you are familiar with Longfellow's story of Evangeline, you will love seeing this place. Unfortunately we were here late on the season and all facilities were closed. We were able to, however walk around and see the chapel and the gardens. This chapel has...More
