Whitney Pier Historical Society Museum
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The Whitney Pier Historical Society Museum, located in Sydney on Cape Breton Island, is a community museum honouring the people who came fro...
Fort Petrie Military Museum
On-site of World War II fortification. 2-storey underground bunker with ammunition storage rooms and machine shops; Battery Observation Post with a 3-level tower; breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour and Cape Breton Highlands. WWI & WWII artifacts; restored gun emplacements, with a gun watch and artillery stores offering WWII displays. WWI gun emplacements are still visible. Guided tours available.
Months of Operation
May 15 – September 30
Hours Of Operation
daily 9am–5pm (O/S by appointment).
Location
3479 New Waterford Highway, New Victoria, Fleur-de-lis/Marconi/Metro CB
Contact
T: 902-862-2505
T: 902-317-3749
O/S: 902-317-3749
Facilities / Services
Bus tours
Gift shop
Parking
Wheelchair accessible
Detailed Information
Admission: Admission by donation.
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