St. Paul Island Museum & Lighthouse

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St. Paul Island Museum & Lighthouse
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About

Step back into time to when seamen and vessels relied on lighthouses for navigation. Climb the stairs in Canada’s first heritage lighthouse and take a guided tour in the adjacent century old house now serving as a place to hold and maintain our history.

Amenities

  • Family Friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Group Friendly
  • Parking Available
  • Picnic Area
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Location & Contact

575 Dingwall Road, Dingwall, Nova Scotia

1-902-776-0050

[email protected]

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