Happy 30th Anniversary to Us – Celebrating Three Decades of Bringing History to Life!
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11 AM – 4 PM
Join us for a Family Fun Day as we celebrate 30 years of sharing our region’s rich heritage! This special anniversary event is packed with free, family-friendly activities for all ages—come make memories with us!
Event Kickoff – 11 AM, New Courtyard
The celebration begins with opening remarks and the exciting unveiling of five brand-new interpretive panels, each highlighting captivating stories from our industrial past.
Outdoor Entertainment
Hosted by MC Steven Travis Auld, enjoy a vibrant lineup of performances and demonstrations, including:
- Live Music by the Pictou County Fiddlers, Pictou Landing Warriors, Jackie Rouge, and more
- Storytelling with Camilla Thompson
- Puppet Show – A delight for the young (and young at heart!)
- Chainsaw Carving by artist Kevin Peterson
- Live Blacksmithing with Rubin Irons
- Classic Car Display by the Pictou County Antique Car Club
- Lawn Games & Face Painting
- Fire Truck Tours with the Stellarton Fire Department
- Food Trucks: Here’s the Scoop & Chula Vista (food available for purchase)
- Ice Cream Social – Cool off with a sweet treat from 12 PM to 4 PM
Inside the Museum
Explore hands-on experiences and exhibits throughout the museum:
- Live demonstrations across the galleries
- Truro Model Railroad Club demonstrations
- Special film screenings in the auditorium
- Feature Exhibit: Our Climate Quest – Small Steps to Big Change, from Science North
- Pottery demonstrations in action
- Creative crafts for kids
Come celebrate 30 amazing years with us—it wouldn’t be a party without you!
Admission is free. Let’s make history together!