Interact with craftspeople who will share their skill and knowledge of some of the traditional techniques used to reconstruct the Port-Royal Habitation. Enjoy demonstrations in hewing timbers, making shingles, turning wood, making handles for tools and blacksmithing. When you visit the Habitation, you will truly appreciate the architecture of this very unique structure.
Take a stroll around the encampment of the 84th Regiment of Foot 2nd Battalion (Royal Highland Emigrants). Enjoy the sights, the smells and the sounds of black powder musketry, outdoor cooking and life in an 18th century military camp. Experience the conditions of centuries-old military life. On Saturday afternoon, weather permitting, observe military techniques in...Read more >
As part of Annapolis Royal’s “First Fridays”, make your way to historic Fort Anne. Enjoy musical entertainment on the grounds the first Friday of the month (5:30 pm - 7:30 pm). Be sure to include a visit to the Officers’ Quarters Museum to experience the new and immersive exhibits that have been installed this year.
Let’s mark Fort Anne’s 100th anniversary and Canada’s 150th birthday with a spectacular aerial photograph. Picture 500 participants creating a human link on the pathway surrounding Fort Anne while high above a drone captures the moment on film. Family, friends and visiting guests … all are welcome. Afterwards, weather permitting, witness a historic style sunset...Read more >
If you enjoy traditional music, mark Thursdays on your calendar. Come and enjoy talented entertainers, who will showcase traditional music in a special musical series to commemorate Canada’s 150th birthday. Clap your hands, tap your feet and listen to the fine singers and musicians who will be happy to entertain you!
Marvel as you watch seven tall ships sail into the basin in front of Port-Royal. They’ll be welcomed with a smudging ceremony and the gathering song with traditional music as part of the festivities. Visit Port-Royal open on this special evening, visit the wigwam and speak with the animators who will demonstrate traditional activities associated...Read more >
Over 400 years ago, the Mi’kmaq and the French met at Port-Royal. They shared knowledge and formed an alliance. The members of the Association des Acadiens-Métis-Souriquois continue to practice many of the traditions they learned from the Mi’kmaq. Through singing and drumming, through prayer, by taking part in a smudging ceremony and with demonstrations and...Read more >
A truly unique event so tie on your sneakers to walk, run, or cycle between Fort Anne and Port-Royal. This is a fun event designed to engage attendees in the spirit of ParticipACTION, so come out for this fun and unique opportunity.
As part of Annapolis Royal’s “First Fridays”, make your way to historic Fort Anne. Enjoy musical entertainment on the grounds the first Friday of the month (5:30 pm - 7:30 pm). Be sure to include a visit to the Officers’ Quarters Museum to experience the new and immersive exhibits that have been installed this year.
HMCS Acadia Sea Cadets perform a Ceremony of Flags: Cadet band including a performance of 1812 Overture , marching, and firing of cannons and guns.
Town of Annapolis Royal
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Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia B0S 1A0
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