Africville Museum

About this place

A powerful museum and historic site that tells the story of Africville, a thriving African Nova Scotian community that was demolished in the 1960s. The museum is housed in a replica of the original Seaview United Baptist Church and preserves the history, resilience, and legacy of Africville's residents

Why locals love it

"Locals value the museum as one of Nova Scotia's most important cultural and historical landmarks. Visitors often describe it as moving, educational, and inspiring, offering firsthand stories, exhibits, and stunning views overlooking Bedford Basin."

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