Céilidh at the Highland Village
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for songs, stories and music, or just a chance to chat about the traditions and history of Nova Scotia...
Là Fhéill Mìcheil | St. Michael’s Day
St. Michael was the Scottish and Irish patron saint of horses, travel, sea and seafarers. His calendar day was celebrated in the Hebrides with eating of a multi-grain bonnach called struan. Join us for a special St. Michael’s Day Milling Frolic in the Centre Chimney House. Traditional tea and struan will be served.
General admission fees apply. The event runs from 2 – 4 pm.
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