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Visit Le Village historique acadien and be instantly enchanted by the magnificent coastal scenery. Stroll down to our historical homes and, as you approach, savour the spicy aroma of fresh-baked molasses cookies wafting through the sea air. Enjoy a tasty homemade morsel as you hear, in our own unique dialect, the stories and folklore of Acadians who lived in these homes and fished these waters. | Tours | Leisurely tour with interaction. Bilingual interpreters in period costume located throughout the site. | | Recommended Tour Length | 1.5 to 2.5 hours | Admission
(Subject to change
without notice) | Adult $5
Child (5 yrs and under) Free
Student (6-17 yrs) $2
Senior (65 yrs & over) $4
Family $12
Group Rate $3 | | Hours of Operation | June 4 to October 5 2012
Mon.-Sun., 9am-5pm Oct. 5, 2012 - June 3 2013: Call for details on special activities and experiences that may be available Courtesy vehicle available | | Location | Lower West Pubnico
Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Located on the Lighthouse Route | | How to get there | From Yarmouth: follow Hwy 103 to exit 31. Follow Route 335 south for 10.3km, turn left on School Street then on to Old Church Road. Driving time: 30 minutes. From Halifax: Follow 103 until exit 31. Follow Route 335 south for 10.3km, turn left on School Street then on to Old Church Road. Driving time: 3 hours. | | Contact Information | Roger d'Entremont, Executive Director
Phone:(902)762-2530 Toll free: 1-888-381-8999
Fax: (902) 762-2543
Email: ns.aliantzinc.ca | | Parking | Free visitor and motorcoach parking available. | | Bilingual Services | French and English speaking staff available. | | Accessible | Several buildings are wheelchair accessible. Walking paths through village are gravel. Assistance may be required. | | Gift Shop | Gift shop located in visitor centre with local crafts, quilts, Acadian books, music and souvenirs. | | Food Services | Small café serving traditional Acadian rappie pie, soups and salads, sandwiches, picnic lunch. Picnic tables are also available. | | Nearby Provincial Museums | Ross Farm Museum, New Ross
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg
Wile Carding Mill, Bridgewater
Perkins House Museum, Liverpool
Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum, Shelburne
The Dory Shop Museum, Shelburne
Barrington Woolen Mill, Barrington
Old Meeting House Museum, Barrington
Firefighters' Museum of Nova Scotia, Yarmouth |
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