Aerial view of The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia.

The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia

Located on a beautiful 17 acre site that overlooks the Pubnico Harbour, the historic acadian Village of Nova Scotia invites you to step back in time to discover the heart, life, and culture of the Acadians in the early 1900s.

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Stalks of rhubarb.
  • Culinary
Rhubarb Festival
4 Jun 2026
A rich rhubarb cake, served with rhubarb sauce, real whipped…
The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia
Exterior view of a modern two-story building with weathered wood shingle siding and a sloped roof under a clear blue sky. A paved walkway leads to the glass entrance doors, which feature signs reading "Bienvenue" and "Welcome" alongside the Le Village historique acadien logo. In front of the building, a large green lawn features a wooden statue of a historical figure in a wide-brimmed hat standing on a stone base, flanked by flower beds and two tall flagpoles flying the Canadian flag and the Acadian flag.
  • Event
Canada Day
1 Jul 2026
Cake, live music, fireworks (if possible) & canteen ($)
The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia
Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia logo on a white background.
  • Culinary
Strawberry Festival
9 Jul 2026
Strawberry dessert plate, tea or coffee. Music.
The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia
Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia logo on a white background.
  • Event
Kitchen Party Evening
8 Aug 2026
Music & lobster boil ($).
The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia
Exterior view of a modern two-story building with weathered wood shingle siding and a sloped roof under a clear blue sky. A paved walkway leads to the glass entrance doors, which feature signs reading "Bienvenue" and "Welcome" alongside the Le Village historique acadien logo. In front of the building, a large green lawn features a wooden statue of a historical figure in a wide-brimmed hat standing on a stone base, flanked by flower beds and two tall flagpoles flying the Canadian flag and the Acadian flag.
  • Event
Children's Parade
10 Aug 2026
Bouncy castles, food, etc. ($)
The Historic Acadian Village of Nova Scotia
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Visitor Reception and Administration Centre

Café du Crique

Looking for a fun summer outing? Why not come have a picnic here at the Village? The cooks at the Café du Crique will whip you up a delicious picnic lunch in no time!

Café du Crique

Stories

A field with farm equipment and home in the background.
  • Cultural History
In 1653, Charles de La Tour gave to Philippe Mius d'Entremont the choice to settle wherever he wished. He chose what was then known to the Mi’kmaq as “Pogomkook.” Charles de La Tour bestowed the…
Yellow dory floats in Pubnico HArbour.
  • Cultural History
The historic acadian Village of Nova Scotia is located on a beautiful 17 acre site. See the amazing views of the breathtaking Pubnico harbour,which is dotted with picturesque islands, when you explore our…
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