5425 Sackville Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1R1
Star-shaped 19th-century fortress crowning Citadel Hill, home to the Army Museum and daily living-history performances by the 78th Highlanders and Royal Artillery. Iconic noon gun fired daily since 1857. Full programming May–October.
National Historic Site managed by Parks Canada. Grounds open year-round; full programming May–Oct.
🕐 Mo-Su 09:00-17:00
Updated · Mis à jour — May 7, 2026
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Named after NSCAD's Victorian founder. New exhibitions open Mondays at 5:30 pm. Limited wheelchair access.
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Home to contemporary art and Maud Lewis’s iconic painted house.
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Halifax waterfront museum featuring Titanic artifacts, the Halifax Explosion, naval history, and CSS Acadia.
The Canada Strong Pass is a 2025–2026 federal initiative designed to boost attendance and accessibility by offering free admission to children (17 and under) and 50% off for young adults (18–24). It aims to foster national heritage exploration, with the federal government (and some provincial governments) providing funding to offset lost revenue for participating institutions. The 2026 summer program runs June 19 to September 7th, inclusive.
Le Laissez-passer Canada fort est une initiative fédérale 2025-2026 conçue pour stimuler la fréquentation et l'accessibilité en offrant l'admission gratuite aux enfants (17 ans et moins) et 50 % de réduction pour les jeunes adultes (18-24 ans). Il vise à encourager l'exploration du patrimoine national, le gouvernement fédéral (et certains gouvernements provinciaux) fournissant un financement pour compenser les pertes de revenus des établissements participants. Le programme estival 2026 se déroule du 19 juin au 7 septembre inclusivement.
Enjoy free admission from June 19 to September 7, 2026