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Membertou Heritage Park Tours

Mi'kmaq history and culture

tour· Membertou, NS · $ · ★ 4.70 (115 reviews)

Mi'kmaq history and culture experiences at Membertou Heritage Park, an interpretive complex on the edge of Sydney built around the story of the Mi'kmaq community of Membertou. A solid two-hour introduction to a culture that's been here far longer than the Europeans.

What to expect

  • An indoor museum and outdoor interpretive area
  • Guided tours from Membertou community members
  • Storytelling, regalia displays, and period artefacts
  • Easy-to-follow, family-friendly format

Don't miss

  • The story of Membertou's relocation in the 1920s
  • A demonstration in the heritage shop
  • The film in the small theatre

Good to know

  • Open year-round, hours vary by season
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Reservations recommended for guided tours
  • Free parking

Pair it with

  • Lunch at Kiju's, on the same campus
  • An Eskasoni Cultural Journeys experience
  • A morning at the Eltuek Arts Centre
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