Museums near Boudreau NB (23 Result(s))

The MuseumActivitiesArticlesExpositionsHistoryPhotosWelcome!Situated at ''la Pointe-à-Jacquot'', this beautiful building of the neo-gothic revival style is still a gathering point for the Acadian community of Bouctouche.Formerly the Convent of the Immaculate Conception, it played an important role in the Acadian renaissance. The Museum offers an insight into life at a boarding school in the 19th and 20th century and gives an overview of the regional way of life. Its Chapel has been recognized as an architectural gem.

Located in the heritage home (c. 1838) of Robert Barry Dickey, Father of Confederation, the Cumberland County Museum and Archives focuses on the industrial and social history of Cumberland County. Our exhibits highlight the history of Cumberland County beginning with early Aboriginal settlements right through to the early twentieth century. The museum also houses an extensive archives, a collection of genealogical material, a fine art collection by Cumberland County artists, which is surrounded by beautiful gardens. CCMA offers programs, exhibits, field trips, speakers, special events, workshops, meeting space and a gift shop with locally made products and books.

Step back to an era of simpler times in this Provincially Registered Historical Home originally built in 1878 by Thomas H. Pope. Six years later he sold his home to the local Methodist church for use as its parsonage. Lucy Maud Montgomery was only 19 when she came here in 1894-95, to board with the Reverend John F. and Mrs. Ada Estey, while in her first teaching position at Bideford No. 6 School.