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Membertou Heritage Park Gift Shop

Authentic Mi'kmaq crafts, beadwork, and quill boxes from Membertou artisans.

shop· Membertou, NS · $$ · ★ 4.80 (8 reviews)

Authentic Mi'kmaq crafts, beadwork, and quill boxes from Membertou artisans. The shop at Membertou Heritage Park is one of the best places in Atlantic Canada to buy Mi'kmaq work directly from the community.

What to expect

  • A bright, well-laid-out shop attached to the heritage park
  • Beadwork, jewellery, quill boxes, and contemporary Mi'kmaq art
  • Knowledgeable staff who can speak to the artists' work
  • Books and music alongside the crafts

Don't miss

  • A traditional quill-box piece (museum-quality work in some cases)
  • Beaded earrings or pendants by local artists
  • Mi'kmaq-language children's books

Good to know

  • Open year-round
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Cards accepted; shipping arranged for fragile items
  • Free parking

Pair it with

  • A guided tour at Membertou Heritage Park
  • Dinner at Kiju's at the Trade Centre
  • A walk on the Sydney waterfront
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