The Cellar Café & Bar
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
Frequently referred to as a “hidden gem”, The Cellar Bar is tucked away in the undercroft of a historic bank building and is a welcome s...
Coronavirus Update: Learn More
Coronavirus Update: Learn More
Beaton Institute Archives
The Beaton Institute is a cultural heritage archive mandated to preserve the social, economic, political, ethnic and cultural history of Cape Breton Island. The archive is also the official repository for the historically significant records of Cape Breton University. The Beaton Institute provides access to its holdings through adherence to recognized standards in the arrangement and description of archival materials, the development of research tools, and the provision of quality reference services. The Beaton Institute promotes inquiry through innovative public programming and community-based initiatives and is a centre for local, regional, national and international research. The Beaton Institute houses 2 kilometres of archival materials that include 3,200 manuscript collections, 250,000 photographs, 3,500 sound recordings, 2,000 video and film reels, 2,000 reference books and 3,500 maps and plans.
Hours Of Operation
closed Monday
Tuesday & Wednesday 1–4 pm
Thursday & Friday 10 am-noon, 1–4 pm
Facilities / Services
Parking
Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
Detailed Information
Admission: Admission free.
Directions: At Cape Breton University.
Nearby Things To Do
Flavor 19 at the Lingan Golf Club
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Flavor 19 is a contemporary restaurant and lounge located at the Lingan Golf and Country Club. Open year round to the general public, the ta...
Framework Cycle & Fitness
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Bike rentals available year-round, including high-perfomance, touring, and hybrid bikes; snowshoes in winter. ...
Highland Motel
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
20 A/C units (D; 90% no-smoking), 4-pc bath, CBTV, fridge, microwave. Free breakfast. Wireless Internet in lobby (7am–8pm). Pay phone. Pet...
Seaview Golf & Country Club
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
Seaview Golf & Country Club is an 18-hole course in North Sydney on Cape Breton Island with a course rating of 71.6 and a 131 slope....
Louisbourg Harbour Inn
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
Louisbourg Harbour Inn is a beautifully renovated century-old sea captain’s house, overlooking Louisbourg Harbour, situated in the heart o...
Related Stories
Gaelic for “white water”, Uisge Ban (ish-ka-ban) Falls is by far the most popular hike in the Baddeck area. This 4 km, 1.5-hour hike complete with picnic facilities attracts local and visitors all season long. Those visiting via the many cruise ships
Continue Reading
Meat Cove is just one of those places in Cape Breton that you have to experience. The last section of the drive leading up to it has a complete
Continue Reading
It's no secret that Cape Bretoners have an accent. The accent can sometimes take on a Gaelic sound and sometimes can sound akin to a Newfoundland accent. Either way, our accent is a part of our identity and no doubt a part of our charm.
Continue Reading
When you come to Cape Breton hiking is something that everyone has to do! There are hikes for every age and every ability.
Continue Reading
Cape Breton is filled with incredible natural places. It's home to meandering rivers, rolling hills, cascading waterfalls and scenic lakes. These locations are beautiful in every season but they really shine in the fall.
Continue Reading
Bras d'Or Lake
|
Canada's Musical Coast
|
Cape Breton's South Coast
|
Louisbourg and area
|
Outdoor Adventure
|
Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
A for Adventure is coming to Cape Breton! Where are they going to go and what are they doing? Well, that's up to YOU! Visit our Facebook page to vote on where they will go and what adventures they'll get up to!
Continue Reading
A nice steady climb along a well-worn path, Ben Eoin Trail leads you through large old Birch and Beech trees. At the top of the small mountain, the look-off offers views of East Bay of the Bras d’Or Lakes like no other. The 1.7 KM hike starts at the
Continue Reading
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
Continue Reading
One of our favourite parts of this hike is the sound of the river beside you as you wander through the forest and see the stunning mountains of the Highlands around you.
Continue Reading