Hector Heritage Quay

33 Caladh Avenue, Pictou, NS B2G 2Y3

This waterfront museum in Pictou celebrates the region's maritime heritage and the arrival of Scottish settlers. Explore artifacts, exhibits, and stories connected to the historic ship Hector and the cultural impact of Scottish immigration on Nova Scotia's development.

Maritime heritage museum focusing on Scottish settlement and the historic ship Hector in Pictou's waterfront.

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