HERITAGE EXPLORATION

Four centuries of heritage, waiting to be discovered

Continue exploring through the archives, historic sites, maps, and resources that bring Acadian heritage to life.
Told on the airwaves

Radio and Podcasts

Voices that have brought Nova Scotia's Acadia to life, from one generation to the next
FANE Podcast - Preserving Traditional Music
FANE Podcast - Acadian Traditional Music PART 1 (Claude, Bruno, and Chester)
ARCHIVES AND LIBRARIES

Where our history is explored

Explore the archives, libraries, and genealogical resources that document the history of the Acadian people, from the first colonial settlements to the present day.
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Whether you are looking for a specific event, the origins of Acadian culture, or simply the past, these resources are your starting point.
Library and Archives Canada
The national repository for historical records, documents, and photographs related to Acadian history across Canada.
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Explore the archives
Le Courrier de la Nouvelle-Écosse
The archives of Nova Scotia's main French-language newspaper, a witness to Acadian life for decades.
Explore the archives
Explore the archives
Université Sainte-Anne: Centre acadien
The Centre acadien is an archival centre founded in 1972 by J. Alphonse Deveau, a historian, writer, school teacher, and pioneer in Acadian studies.
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Explore the archives
Beaton Institute
The Acadian Centre is an archival centre founded in 1972 by J. Alphonse Deveau, a historian, writer, school teacher, and pioneer in Acadian studies.
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Explore
Musée des Pubnicos et centre de recherche
At Musée des Acadiens des Pubnicos, we research and preserve past Acadian history and culture.
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Explore
In the field

The Odyssey Monuments

Four places to visit in Nova Scotia. Each address opens the exact location in Google Maps to help you plan your trip.

Halifax

1355 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3R8

Church Point

1695 Highway 1, Church Point, NS B0W 1M0

Annapolis Royal

323 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0

Petit-de-Grat

3435 Route 206, Petit-de-Grat, NS B0E 2L0

WATCH AND DISCOVER

History in motion

Watch, listen, and observe. These videos and images capture moments of Acadian culture, history, and community life across Nova Scotia—a heritage that moves, breathes, and continues to grow.