Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design, located in beautiful Downtown Sydney, is a must-see during your visit to Cape Breton Island.
The stunning Gallery Shop contains the work of over 90 Cape Breton artisans. Hundreds of unusual and one-of-a-kind items are on display and available for purchase. The Centre also hosts exhibitions and a variety of craft workshops throughout the year.
Discover the connections between Cape Breton’s culture and geography and the work of our artisans by taking to the road with the Cape Breton Artisan Trail Map. It will set you on a trail of discovery and beauty with good measures of culture, history, adventure and charm.
Near the entrance of Cape Breton Island in the town of Port Hawkesbury, discover artists-in-residence and crafts from Cape Breton artisans at Customs House Artisan Incubator, part of the Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design.
Come and experience the Craft Capital, Cape Breton Island.
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Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
The Customs House Artisan Incubator, located on the Port Hawkesbury Waterfront, is a must-see in the Town of Port Hawkesbury, close to the e...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney & Area
The Whitney Pier Historical Society Museum, located in Sydney on Cape Breton Island, is a community museum honouring the people who came fro...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney & Area
Guided mini-van tours of Cape Breton’s iconic landmarks. ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Membertou
Make and take away a locally handcrafted dream catcher and listen to the story of its origin. Includes entrance to the Heritage Park special...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay & Area
About Colette’s Family Restaurant Ltd: Cute cozy country diner with great food and friendly people. They provide a great menu with plenty ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay & Area
On site of World War II fortification. 2-storey underground bunker with ammunition storage rooms and machine shops; Battery Observation Post...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney & Area
Chef Ardon Mofford, award-winning chef and Cape Breton’s culinary leader welcomes you to Governors Pub & Eatery. This local ingredient...
June on Cape Breton Island is when music fills the air, feet find rhythm on wooden floors, and communities come together in celebration of culture, heritage, and shared joy.
Snowmobiling offers exhilarating experiences across winter landscapes, but safety must always be a priority.
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.
Cape Breton Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, and when winter descends, the island transforms into a wonderland of snow-covered trails, frosted trees, and serene vistas.
It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter. Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.
Membertou is a vibrant Indigenous community nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With its rich history, cultural attractions, and warm hospitality, Membertou offers visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
