Cape Breton University Art Gallery
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The oldest public art gallery on Cape Breton Island; a cultural centre with a permanent collection of historical and contemporary Canadian a...
Jost Heritage House (c 1787)
Once the home of a prominent merchant, Jost Heritage House (c 1787) 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 antiques and collectibles as well as a variety of other souvenir items.
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Celtic Colours International Festival – Cultural Experiences
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Immerse yourself in the culture of Cape Breton Island with Celtic Colours Cultural Experiences. Break bread and share a home-cooked meal at ...
Dream Catcher Workshop - Membertou Heritage Park
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...
Beaton Institute Archives
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The Beaton Institute is a cultural heritage archive mandated to preserve the social, economic, political, ethnic and cultural history of Cap...
Naru Sushi
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Our head Sushi Chef, Hak Sang Sung is originally from South Korea. He immigrated to Canada in 2007 with his family and has run Japanese rest...
Savoy Theatre
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
The Savoy Theatre is a Victorian-Style theatre with a capacity of 761 including the balcony. The Savoy’s foyer also hosts events (dinner t...
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