Experience Arts & Culture in Nova Scotia this Winter
Create unforgettable memories with friends and family this winter through vibrant arts and crafts, UNESCO World Heritage sites and more!
Whether you’re visiting the Northumberland Shore region for their warm, sandy beaches, inviting farmers’ markets or to visit any of the quaint communities that dots its coastline, be sure to check out local shops and galleries to catch a glimpse of the works inspired by this area.
We’ve pulled together a list of just some of the popular places to shop from Amherst to Antigonish and communities inbetween.
Artisans and artists can be found in their studios and their wares can be found at shops and farmers’ markets throughout the year. A visit to any of these spots will delight shoppers searching for something local.
Taking the scenic Sunrise Trail along the coast will take you though pretty villages, past rolling hills and ocean look-offs. You’ll also discover everything from local pottery and lavender products to fashionable, handcrafted leather bags and world famous knives made right here in Nova Scotia.
A visit to a weekend farmers’ market will introduce you to the surrounding vibrant communities and artists within them. Can’t make it to a weekend market? Various shops between New Glasgow and Auld’s Cove carry an assortment of locally handmade wares too!