Nova Scotia Tourism Regions
Attractions Listing Details
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
Lunenburg, Lighthouse Route
Museums
Government operated.Wheelchair accessible.Museum.

Contact details

Contact:Judith Shiers Milne
Phone:902-634-4794
Fax:902-634-8990
Toll-free:866-579-4909
Website:fisheries.museum.gov.ns.ca

On the waterfront in Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exhibits and activities for the entire family on the seafaring heritage of Atlantic Canada; magnificent aquarium; wharf-side vessels to explore. Yarn with “old salts” who fished the North Atlantic; spend some time hooking a mat or quilting; see the world’s largest collection of artifacts related to the Bluenose. Films shown throughout the day. G, B, Pic, P78, Gen, R. MC, VS, DD.

Open
Open May 19–Oct 14, daily 9:30am–5:30 pm (to 7pm Tue–Sat in Jul & Aug); O/S Wed 9am–4pm or by appt.

Admission
Admission charged; group rates.



Facilities/Services

  • No smoking
  • Bus tours welcome
  • Genealogical services
  • Gift shop
  • Parking
  • Picnic area
  • Restaurant