150 Church Street, Amherst
Nova Scotia B4H 3C4

Phone (902) 667-2561
Fax (902) 667-0996

Located in the heritage home (c. 1838) of Robert Barry Dickey, Father of Confederation , Cumberland County Museum and Archives focuses on the industrial and social history of Cumberland County. Exhibits outline the history of the County from Native American times through to the early twentieth century. The museum also houses an extensive archives, a collection of genealogical material, and a fine art collection by Cumberland County artists, all surrounded by beautiful gardens.

HOURS OF OPERATION

May 1 to Sept. 30 - Mon. to Sat.: 9 AM to 5 PM
Oct. 1 to April 30 - Tues. to Sat.: 9 AM to 5 PM

Admission: $ 3.00 for adults

$ 5.00 for families
Children under 16 are free

E-Mail:

ccmuseum@istar.ca

Web Site:

www.creda.net/~ccmuseum/

Cumberland County Museum offers programs, exhibits, field trips, monthly speakers, education kits, special events, workshops, meeting space and gift shop.