Jost Heritage House (c 1787)

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Jost Heritage House (c 1787)
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Once the home of a prominent merchant, Jost Heritage House (c 1786) located in Sydney on Cape Breton Island, shows the evolution of a wooden dwelling over the course of three centuries. 

The museum features displays on local marine life, Cape Breton history and a reconstructed apothecary. A gift shop is on site with small collectibles as well as a variety of other souvenir items.

Amenities

  • Gift Shop
  • Walk-ins Welcome
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54 Charlotte Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia

1-902-539-0366

[email protected]

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