Based in Windsor, Nova Scotia, the West Hants Historical Society runs a seasonal Museum as well as a genealogy department that is open year-round. In addition, the society provides summer guide service at the Fort Edward Blockhouse. Genealogy: Researching your family tree? Curious about some of the characters and sites that make Windsor famous? Our library contains a large variety of resources including family histories, local newspapers, graveyard headstone inscriptions, school registrars, community... Read more

Museum complex with 6 display buildings including a converted 1854 church, original lighthouse, working Blacksmith shop, band saw shed, boat shop and new wind and Wave Building. Also a cafe and gift shop on site and wharf walkway along a tidal river. Interpretive hands on tours tell the history of the area particularly the lumbering and Shipbuilding. As a hands on museum there are many opportunities to handle things and hear personalized stories from the community. There are 2 films available for... Read more

Brigadoon Village is a non-profit recreation facility for children living with chronic illness, chronic conditions, or special needs. Our summer camp programs host a variety of health conditions and other life challenges such as blind & visual impairment, epilepsy, congenital heart issues, arthritis, bereavement, parental mental illness, lung health, craniofacial/facial differences, kidney disease, crohn's/colitis/IBD/ostomy/cecostomy, Canadian Cancer Society, and celiac disease. At Brigadoon,... Read more

The Ardoise Community Hall has been in the community for over 35 years, providing many events, fundraisers, and community rentals public and private. Events include Bingo, Dime Auctions, Music events, local fundraisers, Take-Out Suppers, Fitness classes, Potluck suppers, and much much more. Please contact us by phone, email, or visit our website. Did you know? Our hall can be rented by members of the public. Rates are very competitive. Contact our rentals coordinator for more booking information. Read more