Albert County Museum Travel Guide

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Albert County Museum

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Discover Albert County's history: From shipbuilding to Prime Ministers, explore captivating stories in a historic Shiretown setting near the Bay of Fundy.

The Albert County Museum in Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick, offers a captivating glimpse into the region's rich history. Located on the site of the original 1845 County Shiretown, the museum features eight original buildings housing twenty-four themed exhibits, showcasing the lives and legacies of those who shaped Albert County. From shipbuilding and lumber barons to a Canadian Prime Minister, the museum brings the past to life.

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Opening hours

  • Every day10 am–5 pm

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3940 Route 114, Hopewell Cape, NB E4H 3J8
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Driving

The Albert County Museum is located on Route 114 in Hopewell Cape, approximately a 35-minute drive south of Moncton. From Moncton, follow Route 114 south, watching for signs for Hopewell Rocks and then the museum. The museum is a short drive north of Hopewell Rocks. There is parking available at the museum. Parking fees are not specified.

Public Transport

While public transportation options directly to Hopewell Cape are limited, consider using Tele-Drive, a community transportation service for Albert County residents, if eligible. Contact Tele-Drive for schedule and fare information. From Moncton, it may be possible to take a bus to a nearby town and then arrange for a taxi or Tele-Drive for the final leg of the journey. Taxi fares from nearby towns would vary.

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Step back in time at the Albert County Museum, a sprawling complex in Hopewell Cape that tells the story of Albert County from the 1600s to the present day. The museum's grounds encompass the original Shiretown, the county seat established in 1845, featuring a collection of original buildings meticulously restored to showcase different facets of the region's heritage.Explore exhibits dedicated to the area's industrious past, highlighting shipbuilding, lumbering, agriculture, and the lives of prominent figures who called Albert County home. Discover the stories of explorers, farmers, skilled shipbuilders, politicians, and even a few rogues, all set against the backdrop of the mighty Bay of Fundy. The museum also features a Commemorative Centre dedicated to R.B. Bennett, Canada's 11th Prime Minister, who was born and raised in Albert County.Don't miss the special exhibits, such as the natural history exhibit featuring fossils and "Albert" the Albertosaurus. With themed galleries housed within the original County Court House, Gaol (jail), and other historic buildings, the Albert County Museum offers an immersive and educational experience for all ages.

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