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An Drochaid (The Bridge) — attraction in Mabou, Cape Breton

An Drochaid (The Bridge)

Explore An Drochaid (The Bridge) Museum in Mabou to discover Cape Breton's Gaelic heritage, local history, ceilidh concerts, and genealogical records in a res

attraction· Mabou, NS

An Drochaid (The Bridge) Museum is located in Mabou (60 km / 37 mi from the Canso Causeway) on Cape Breton Island. Formerly a general store (c. 1874), the building now serves as a centre for research and local music, Gaelic language activities, cultural activities, local artefacts, and genealogical and historical records. Throughout the year, An Drochaid (The Bridge) hosts a series of ceilidh concerts, storytelling, a Gaelic conversation group and lessons, and music and dance lessons. Bus tours are welcome.

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