Open from June to September, this heritage centre is an important stop during your trip to Channel-Port Aux Basques. You’ll get to partake in an interpretative tour which takes you back in time. 

You can view two rare Mushrow astrolabes found on the coast, stop by the craft store and look at handmade items reflecting the culture of the Port Aux Basques area. 

The first astrolabe was discovered by Wayne Mushrow in 1981. It was more than 350 years old when first found, but it was still in working order. It was the only one of its kind found in Canada. The second astrolabe was found by Mushrow in 1983 and was just over 200 years old. 

You can also learn about the Great Lockie McDougall, known as a human wind gauge. He was able to read the signs of an approaching storm. The NFL Railway paid him to warn them of the onset of extreme winds. 

Photo: portauxbasques.ca