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An aerial view of red buildings next to a river with fall colours in the background.

Choose Tatamagouche for your next Nova Scotia getaway and discover its vibrant Main Street, multi-use trail that passes through town, and historic Creamery Square.

Three people walking to the entrance of Neptune Theatre in downtown Halifax Nova Scotia on a wintery day

Vibrant arts and culture can be found in every corner of Nova Scotia.

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Bear River

Plan a perfect fall getaway to Bear River, a tidal village on stilts! Explore the many artisan studios, galleries, and shops that make Bear River an “artist hub” of Nova Scotia. Discover local flavours, visit wineries in one of North America’s oldest wine regions, and sip locally roasted coffee and craft beers. Be astonished as the Bay of Fundy tide transforms the community twice daily, exposing the stilts on which Bear River’s picturesque buildings rest – truly a phenomenon to experience in person!

Make family memories connecting with Mi’kmaw culture in the Millbrook & Truro area

Since time immemorial the Mi’kmaw people have cared for and stewarded the land we now call Nova Scotia. Mi’kma’ki, the traditional territory of the Mi’kmaq, includes all of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, parts of New Brunswick, the Gaspe Peninsula of Quebec, and parts of Maine (USA). The Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia are unique in their traditions, stories, songs and dances, art and craft, histories, spirituality, and language influenced by the lands and waters they are deeply connected to. Did you know? Mi’kmaw was officially proclaimed Nova Scotia’s first language in 2022!

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Performance at Savoy Theatre

All the world’s a stage and Nova Scotia’s no different. After an exciting day exploring Nova Scotia’s sights and sounds find your seat and treat yourself to an evening of fine theatre.

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The historic site of Fort Anne appears through the walkway of a stone tunnel

The Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region is home to some of the province’s earliest recorded history, from the fossils of prehistoric creatures that roamed these lands to the legends of the Mi’kmaq and European settlers.

Two people visit the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia

If our 8 Reasons to Visit a Nova Scotia Museum Site this summer blog convinced you to plan a visit, here are a few things you may not know about these sites.

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Looking for a special souvenir to remember your Nova Scotia trip? A road trip along the Northumberland Shore will give you ample opportunities to stop at a variety of shops selling a range of handmade pieces from knives to soap; hooked rugs to pewter, you better bring an extra suitcase!

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Discover museums, festivals and more cultural attractions along Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore.

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Explore the Cabot Trail Artisans Loop

The beauty of Cape Breton Island’s Cabot Trail attracts many artisans who look for inspiration within their natural surroundings when creating their art. Many of the artisans living around the Cabot Trail operate working studios and invite visitors to stop in to say ‘Hello’ and to watch them create beautiful works of art and one-of-a-kind treasures.

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