Top 6 Places to Visit in
Wellington | Prince Edward Island
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Centre Expo-Festival/ Village Musical Acadien
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The Centre Expo Festival was founded in 1998 but became the Village Musical Acadien in 2014. It was already a facility that hosted many activities for the community, but the reconstruction made several additions that greatly enhanced the visitors’ experience. There is a performance hall, outdoor stage, restaurant, bakery, art gallery, hall of fame, gift […]
Acadian Museum
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For those interested in the rich history of PEI’s Acadian culture, you must visit this museum! Founded in 1996, the Acadian Museum boasts carefully preserved artifacts that date as far back as the nineteenth century. A permanent display available for your viewing pleasure is “The Acadians of the Island, a community and its history,” which […]
St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish Church
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This church is of a High Victorian Gothic style, and its well-preserved architecture and its historical significance to the Acadian people of Miscouche is why it has such great heritage value. Originally built in 1823, the building was later found too small for the parish, leading to reconstruction that was completed by the end of […]
- 4 Lady Slipper Dr. N, Miscouche, PE C0B 1T0
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Bottle Houses – Gardens and Glass Expressions
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If you’re seeking a tranquil yet whimsical experience, you’ll want to visit the Bottle Houses village, where a six-gabled house, tavern, and chapel await your awe and admiration. The six-gabled house is made of approximately 12,000 bottles, the tavern is made of about 8,000, and the chapel is made of close to 10,000 bottles. The […]
Abrams Village Handcraft Corporation
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Stop by this cute little shop to look for souvenirs while supporting the local artisans. You’ll be greeted by a diverse range of products—all charming, all great quality, and all handmade with love. Some of the things you can find are beautifully patterned quilts, knitted items like socks, hats, and scarves, stuffed dolls, wooden toys, […]
- 2181 Cannontown Road, Abram-Village, PE C0B 2E0
- 902-854-2096
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Cape Egmont Lighthouse
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This beautiful lighthouse was erected in 1884, rising just over 40 feet tall. The first keeper was Bruno Perry, who earned $200 yearly, while the last keeper, Edward J. Arsenault, served from 1950 to 1958 with an annual salary of around $2,250—until his new position as the caretaker had his salary plummet to a mere […]