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Grand Pré National Historic Site

Grand Pré National Historic Site

Grand Pré National Historic Site
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At Grand-Pre, get to know the Acadians, Nova Scotia's early French settlers. Theirs is a story of pioneer life, tragedy, and triumphant survival. This commemorative site was the heart of the 17th and 18th century Acadian village that became the scenic setting for Longfellow's narative poem Evangeline. A Visitor Reception and Interpretation Centre opened in September 2003 with new interpretation exhibits and a multimedia theater. Take time to walk in the superb flower gardens and admire the beautiful scenery. You will be charmed by the natural beauty of the surroundings.
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Robert B
Cary, NC221 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
We were both so glad we chose to see this site with a guided tour. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and answered every question we had with a clearly deep well of knowledge about the site, its history and the history of the Acadians and their deportation. We did get lucky that there was just the 2 of us on the tour too. I would highly recommend this site and tour such an integral part of the history of Canada.
Written 5 August 2022
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Christina
Saint John, Canada197 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
A wonderful site to visit. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Don’t forget to buy your yearly pass to ensure you can visit all the national historic sites in the area!

The displays inside the main building are highly informative and the kids booklet kept them occupied!

The walk to the church and the beautiful gardens could keep you busy for at least two hours- it was a bit wet during our visit so our time enjoying the garden was short.

Highly recommend this stop!
Written 6 July 2023
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c0verdale
Riverview, Canada1,129 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Created to commemorate the Grand-Pré area of Nova Scotia as a centre of Acadian settlement from 1682 to 1755, at this Unesco World Heritage site you will learn all about the Acadian culture, history as well as the expulsion of the Acadians, which began in 1755 and continued until 1762.
The visitor center offers a short video explaining the story of the Acadians and there is also a small interpretive center, and then you can wonder around the beautiful grounds which also contain a Memorial Church containing several displays, statue of Evangeline and a recreated Black Smith Shop. The grounds are well kept / beautiful.
A very important piece of history that I highly recommend visiting if you're in the area.
Written 15 November 2020
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Kurt B
Murr, Germany264 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
Beautifully located complex with lots of greenery. The historical memorial commemorates the expulsion of the French settlers by the British. The representation of the dikes that were built to reclaim land or to protect against the tides is also very interesting. The whole thing is embedded in a park-like area with some ancient trees. The spacious area means they distribute the visitors quite well. The information center is also very nice with (very clean) sanitary facilities, information and a gift shop. This center also creates a very spacious, bright impression. The staff is informative, friendly and well trained, in my opinion.
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Written 24 March 2024
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Gary F
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada259 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
Really beautiful spot. Highly educational as well. I learned so much about the story of the Acadians. I highly recommend that you watch the video before you walk through the grounds, just so you will have a full understanding of the history of the Acadians. Staff was very friendly and professional. Lots of photo ops. Make sure you check out the church. it is beautiful inside.
Written 7 September 2022
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Aaron
Kananaskis Country, Canada36 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Family
Grand Pre was a impactful experience for me. We learned so much about Acadian history, which was both compelling and, unfortunately, quite sad. The Grand Pre site is beautiful and engaging, and I'm so thankful that Parks Canada sponsors such a site. Everyone should come and learn more about such an important part of Canadian history.
Written 7 August 2024
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G W
Toronto, Canada613 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022
Canada Parks has made this an amazing site bringing their knowledge to life to help people learn and important part of our history to not be forgotten. Entrance to the gardens are free but there is a fee to the buildings. Make sure you take the 20 minutes to watch the video in the main building
Written 9 June 2022
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DisneyDarwin
Spring, TX1,155 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We didn’t know what to expect, but the little museum was terrific and the grounds were gorgeous. It’s all about the good and bad for the Acadian people who unfortunately suffered greatly. They were also quite some engineers! Don’t miss the lovely church on the ground, which has even more beautiful artifact.
Written 2 September 2023
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James T
Lafayette, LA201 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Friends
We had a Thibodeau(x) Reunion in Canada and visited this site as a large family group. It is always emotional for us since our ancestors were among the Acadians deported during the 1700’s. The site and museum are very well done and the grounds are beautifully kept. We learned that some old foundations of Acadian homes were recently found with ground penetrating radar. Looking forward to see if these areas are explored further by archeologists.
Written 19 August 2024
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MyrtleAnn
Halifax, Canada61 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
Unfortunately the site was closed but they do allow you to walk around and take in the scenery. There a number of interpretive plaques which provide some assistance. The grounds themselves are stunning and trees are spectacular. There was a crew there readying the place for opening later this week. Will certainly come back when all the facilities are open.
Written 28 July 2020
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