The unique Heritage Tapestry, designed by Kiyoko Sago, was stitched by over 100 volunteers. Fort Anne Tapestry How Do I Get To ? Kentville Fort Anne’s Heritage Tapestry Exit 22 depicts 4 centuries of history in Annapolis Holly and Henry Halifax three million delicate needlepoint Royal Bainton's stitches out of 95 colours of wool. It Tannery measures about 18’ in length and 8’ 213 St George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS Yarmouth Outlet in height and was a labor of love 1-902-532-2070 www.baintons.ca over 4 years in the making. It is a Digby work of immense proportions, but Halifax Annapolis Royal is a community with an epic story to relate. Yarmouth National Historic District Tour ANNAPOLIS ROYAL IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

TM The Cat Ferry in Yarmouth 90 Minutes tripadvisor #1 Tour Join Candlelight Graveyard Tour’s Alan Melanson for a special Fundy Rose Ferry in Digby 35 Minutes Stroll Through the Centuries. Departs Halifax International Airport 120 Minutes Lighthouse, 2 pm every Mon. & & NHS 45 Minutes Wed., June 26 - Sept. 2. More on p. 8. Phone: 902-532-2043, Fax: 902-532-7443 Candlelight www.annapolisroyal.com Graveyard Tour Don’t miss Annapolis Royal’s Your Year ‘Round, 24/7 Candlelight Tours of Nova Scotia’s oldest English graveyard – one of INFORMATION DESTINATION ’s most popular tours! for the Annapolis Royal Area since 1995! Winner of TIANS’ Golden Hospitality Award and recommended Follow Us! CELEBRATINGCELEBRATING by The New York Times, MacLean’s Explorer Guide ExplorerGuide Magazine and CBC Radio & TV, this tour has been honoured by two of www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com Canada’s Prime Ministers. Andrew Tolson Andrew Tolson 28 YEARS! The fun unfolds 7 nights a week Cover: Annapolis Royal Lighthouse (built 1889) 1st Place Winner, This Lighthouse Matters June 1 through Oct. 15 – plus special dates during Ghost Town. Tour always starts at 9:30 pm (rain or shine). No reservations. Meet at the Fort Anne parking lot. Sponsored since 1992 by The Historical Association of Annapolis Royal. $10 for adults, $5 youth (13-18), $3 children (12 & under). 532-3035, www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com

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On Bay of Fundy 15 minutes north of Annapolis Royal Oceanview Cottages Tent & Trailer Camping Heated Pool, Playground Saturday Fireworks Arcade Famous Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail Near Whale Watching & Upper Clements Park Seeking a scenic spot to start Colourful shops, boardwalk, scenic your new life together or looking vistas, special restaurants, gracious (902) 532-7711 for an ideal retirement community? hospitality, unique accommodations, [email protected] Searching for a romantic area to amenities, recreation and attractions propose, get married or honeymoon? galore create an Explorer’s paradise. Have your sights set on finding the perfect vacation destination or location to raise your family? Look no further than Annapolis Royal – the Cradle of Our Nation. Discover a Peaceful Comfort, History and Excitement! vibrant arts community with a leisurely lifestyle and appreciation for heritage.

BREAKFAST LUNCH & DINNER Beautifully maintained grounds Delicious food, great value, Quiet, restful rooms with 2 double or 1 queen-size bed generous portions, A Provincial Heritage Property Two-room suite with kitchen prompt and friendly service! (circa. 1859) Outdoor salt water swimming pool Complimentary continental breakfast & Wi-Fi CATERING & TAKEOUT AVAILABLE 3924 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal 1-888-857-8889 Across from Fort Anne exit Email: Paulette@ Ph: 902-532-2323 532-5254 AnnapolisRoyalInn.com Fax: 902-532-7277 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL’S www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca LONGEST OPERATING RESTAURANT www.AnnapolisRoyalInn.com ANNAPOLIS ROYAL HISTORIC Festivals GARDENS

CELEBRATE MAGNOLIAS artwork and plant material for the FIRST FRIDAYS May 1 - 15 lucky bidders. Supporting the Historic June 7, July 5, August 2, Enjoy more than 100 magnolias Gardens. www.historicgardens.com September 6 & October 4 in Annapolis Royal and the Historic Music, entertainment, food, fun, Gardens. www.historicgardens.com COMMUNITY BAND and extended business hours plus SPRING CONCERT Candlelight Graveyard Tours at Fort HISTORIC GARDENS June 6 (7:30 pm) Anne. Sponsored by the Annapolis For more events Like EXPLORER GUIDE on Facebook 38th SEASON KICKOFF King’s Theatre, 902-532-7704 Board of Trade. 902-532-5454 and visit www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com May 11 - 12 (9 am - 5 pm) Admission by donation, CANADA’S MUSIC AT THE “O” this weekend only! 902-532-7018 GARDEN DAYS July & Aug. (Fridays, 7 - 9 pm) good food June 15 - 23 Enjoy musical entertainment at 10th RARE PLANT SALE Join in celebrating the role and the scenic Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre & good times May 19 (1 - 4 pm) benefits of gardens in communities. overlooking the . Don’t miss ’s Enjoy the launch of 2019 Garden It’s located next to Town Hall. 902-532-2244 premier horticultural event at Sculpture display. 902-532-7018, Farmers Market Square. 11 Church Street www.historicgardens.com ANNAPOLIS POOL Annapolis Royal, Across from Market July and August FARMERS & TRADERS DANCING AT THE “0” The pool opens for the season Eat in or take out MARKET June 6, 20, July 4, 18 on Canada Day with a Free Swim May 18 - October 12 August 1 & 15 (7 pm) offered from 1- 4 pm. Join the fun The Farmers & Traders Kick up your heels with free under the sun for a swim any day Market operates at Market Square. Line Dance Lessons with Durline this summer in the beautiful outdoor See pages 8 and 18 for more info. Melanson and Trans World Dance at pool and play in the splash pad. annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com the scenic Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre Follow Annapolis Community Pool overlooking the Annapolis River. on Facebook for special events. 62 HISTORIC GARDENS No experience necessary. Learn to Champlain Dr. next to high school. DINNER & AUCTION dance “The Scotia Shuffle” and annapoliscommunitypool@gmail. May 26 (4 pm) “Canadian Shuffle” in Annapolis com, 902-532-1777. See p. 9 & 22 Wonderful food, a great social Royal where the dances originated! for more. www.annapolispool.ca time and terrific selection of gifts, www.TransWorldDance.com ROSE FESTIVAL July 1 - 7 Enjoy events, tours and activities in celebration of one of the largest rose collections in Eastern Canada! www.historicgardens.com

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CANADA DAY EVENTS HOUSE & GARDEN traditions of the Mi’kmaq, a culture We offer a variety of fresh seafood & lobster specials July 1 TOUR WEEKEND that has been here for thousands of Celebrate Canada’s 152nd years. Sing a Mi’kmaw song, play a based on traditional July 6 - 7 (10 am - 4 pm) EUROPEAN CUISINE. birthday with free admission to Fort Visit the Historic Gardens and drum, participate in the ancient game Anne NHS! Engage all your senses. special private gardens and houses in of “waltes” and interact with the Enjoy the incredible Sing “O Canada” as the flag is and around Annapolis Royal, July 6. Mi’kmaw craftspeople. Through water view! raised at Town Hall; join Parka the “Innovation & Transformation” is demos, singing and drumming, you Beaver in a procession to the fort; the theme. Explore other aspects of will gain an appreciation for the Have an unforgettable enjoy cake; bring a blanket and the community with a series of unique culture of the first people of experience on our deck! picnic; and enjoy musical Sunday activities, July 7. 532-7018, this land. 902-532-2898 entertainment. Fun for the whole www.ExploreOurGardens.com family, from noon until 3 pm, 902- A RENDEZ-VOUS WITH 532-2397. There will be a Free MUSIC AT PORT-ROYAL SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN Swim at the Annapolis Public Pool July 11, 25, Aug. 8 & 22 July 17, 31, Aug. 14, 18 & 28 1-4 pm, family fun at the Historic (1 - 3 pm) (2 - 3 pm ) English Gardens and music at the If you like traditional music, Amphitheatre. Port-Royal NHS will (3:30 - 4:30 pm) French mark Thursdays at Port-Royal feature music and a Canada Day Join Champlain as he shares National Historic Site on your cake from 1 - 3 pm. 902-532-2898 stories of his many adventures in o e calendar. Come clap your hands, . Hear first-hand why he tap your feet and enjoy the fine founded the “Order of Good WINE & ROSES singers and musicians in this July 5 (5 - 7 pm) Cheer”, and learn about friendship special traditional musical series. and alliances between the French Enjoy live music, hors and Mi’kmaq. 902-532-2898 d’oeuvres and a glass of local wine ANNAPOLIS RIVERFEST as you stroll through thousands of July 13 (9 am - 5:30 pm) magnificent rose blossoms in the Fun for all ages at Jubilee Park Historic Gardens. 902-532-7018, A photo is worth in Bridgetown. Free admission. Food, www.ExploreOurGardens.com drinks & entertainment on site. See a thousand words... p. 6. To register for canoe races, 902- RAVEN HAVEN 532-7533, [email protected] FAMILY FUN DAY July 6 (1 - 5 pm) FLOWER SHOW Play on the beach! The 24th & DESSERT TEA Anniversary of Raven Haven’s Family July 13 Fun Day offers an afternoon of fun Champlain Garden Club’s with carnival games, BBQ, live music annual show at the Legion, 2-5 pm. and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy (Tea with savouries and desserts a public beach with on-site canteen. ‘til 4 pm.) $7 entry. 902-532-0834 Exit 22 off Hwy 101, follow Rt 8 towards South Milford. Turn right MI’KMAW CULTURE DAY onto Virginia Rd., and head for AT PORT-ROYAL NHS Sandy Bottom Lake. 902-665-3022, July 14 (1 - 2 pm) 494 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal ~ 1-902-532-7850 1-877-536-0403 www.AnnapolisCounty.ca Experience the history and July 20 11am Wharf www.queenanneinn.ns.ca

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Whether you board a traditional boat or a zodiac, you’re sure to enjoy your whale watching adventure off nearby Digby Neck.

Whale Watching Seal is larger with a noticeably square head. Most abundant are the Whale watching adventures Harbour Porpoises. White-sided Featuring FINE ART and CRAFT await you about an hour drive from dolphins often run with the boats, made in Nova Scotia Annapolis Royal from June to Sept. swimming playfully and jumping The Bay of Fundy’s great tides out of the water. create a rich ecosystem that This area of the Bay of Fundy is EXCELLENT supports abundant wildlife, whales located on the Atlantic Flyway, a and seabirds. The waters off the major migration route for many QUALITY mouth of the Bay of Fundy, from species of sea birds, shorebirds and Brier Island up to Digby Neck, are waterfowl. Birdwatching is a special WELCOMING important feeding areas. Enjoy added plus with Puffins, Gannets, ATMOSPHERE minke, humpback and fin whales, Cormorants, Shearwaters, Petrels harbour porpoises and Atlantic and Ducks, both common Elders SERVICE white-sided dolphins. Right whales and American Blacks. are often seen. Sperm, sei, orca and BILINGUE blue whales have also been spotted. Bay of Fundy Humpback whales, “ clowns of WHEELCHAIR the sea”, are the most likely to be Explore the scenic shores of ACCESSIBLE seen. They breech (jump out of the the and the Bay of water), flipper slap and tail lob the Fundy. Take a close-up view of the flora and fauna. See p. 8, 18 & 22. DIVERSE most (bring the tail out of the water SELECTION: and slap it on the water). They also spy hop, coming out of the water nose first, to look at people. Jewellery Finbacks are some of the largest Woodwork at 60-80 feet, second only to the Ceramics Blue. Minkes are the smallest of the Fibre Art group of whales in the Bay at about Paintings 30 feet in length. They are quite Glasswork friendly and often come close to the Books & Cards boats to delight visitors. You might Bath & Body

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Ocean Explorations

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Beauty is everywhere in Annapolis Royal, from the stalls of its Farmers’ Market, boutiques and galleries to the homes of its citizens.

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Private Tours O’Dell House King’s Theatre Cradle of Our Nation & Step-on Guides Museum (1869) King’s Theatre has been a National Historic Video Series Customized itineraries, special The O’Dell House Museum is a popular area landmark since 1921. District & Tour ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com private tours, full tour coordination remnant of the economic prosperity It’s roots, however, go back to 1606 when Marc Lescarbot produced “The Join Candlelight Graveyard and step-on bus guides are available brought to the community by the rail- Tour’s Alan Melanson for a “Stroll throughout the year. Contact Alan and road and also international shipping Theatre of Neptune”, mainly as a diversion for the band of adventurers Through the Centuries” every Mon. Durline Melanson, 902-532-3035, interests during the Victorian period. and Wed., June 26 - Sept. 2. Tour www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Built by Cory O’Dell, a former Nova at Port-Royal. It was followed in later years by various performances by departs from the Lighthouse at 2 pm. Scotia Pony Express rider, it was Annapolis Royal has a nationally Visitor Info Centre originally used as a stagecoach inn traveling troupes and roving thespians in this bustling seaport town. significant story to tell. Don’t miss it! Located at Tidal Power Plant. and tavern and the first stop for many Located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral travelers getting off the ferry from A vital force in the life of the Operated by the Annapolis Board of community, historic King’s Theatre lands of the Mi’kmaq, Annapolis Trade. Seasonally. 902-532-5454 Granville Ferry. Remains of the old Royal, Nova Scotia’s first capital, ferry slip can still be seen at low tide. entertains the area year-round with an impressive schedule showcasing was also the site of colonial capitals Tidal Power Plant The museum is displayed as a of France, Scotland and Great Britain. Victorian inn/tavern on the main local, national and international talent Annapolis Royal is home to in a delightful mix of live theatre, The smallest incorporated town in all ca. 1870 the only tidal power plant in North floor with contemporary museum of Nova Scotia, it has over 130 Exhibits on Annapolis Royal's History music and dance. It also features America. Since the Bay of Fundy exhibits on the second floor. For more registered heritage properties and is AHS Genealogical Centre info call 902-532-7754 or click current movies and classic films. has the highest tides in the world, During the summer months, King’s one of Canada’s largest National Annapolis County's Annapolis is an ideal location with www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Historic Districts. $10 Adults, $5 Genealogical Resource Theatre spotlights local artists in (13-18), $3 (ages 12 & under). its average tide of 7 metres. It uses Farmers and Traders their King’s Theatre Art Gallery, Microfilm, church records, the world’s largest straflo turbine to The Historical Association of vital statistics, family files, etc. & Winter Markets located in the lobby. The 24-hour Annapolis Royal was recognized as generate up to 30 million kilowatt- event hotline is 902-532-5466. 902- Local Archives hours per year, electricity for about Farmers and Traders Market, one of Canada’s Top 10 Organizations across from the wharf, is open 532-7704, www.kingstheatre.ca 136 St. George St., Annapolis Royal 4,500 homes. Nova Scotia Power is for the preservation and presentation Annapolis Heritage Society Saturdays, 8 am to 1 pm, May 18 of heritage by Prime Minister Jean Tel: 902-532-7754 Email: [email protected] also experimenting with new in- Historic Gardens stream tidal technology in the Bay through Oct. 12. It is also open on Chrétien. Private tours also available. of Fundy. To learn more about Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm & Tours www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com during July and August. It served as Tours of the Historic Gardens Nova Scotia Power's commitment a public meeting place and market to increase the mix of renewable are offered at 11 am four to five Annapolis Heritage square during colonial times and is days a week from mid-June through Genealogical Centre energy used to provide power across often the site of entertainment Nova Scotia visit www.nspower.ca September. See the special feature Housed in the O’Dell House events. Visit with the friendly local about the Gardens on page 24. Call Down Under Tours may be farmers and tradespeople, sample Museum, the Genealogy Centre is available. For info: 902-532-0502 902-532-7018 to confirm tour days. open all year. It offers resources fresh produce and tasty home-baked www.historicgardens.com Fort Anne NHS treats and search for collectibles. about families who may have lived annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com in the Annapolis Royal region over Fort Anne was designated a Enjoy the Winter Market from Bay of Fundy the past 400 years. Hard copy, National Historic Site in 1917 and is October 19 to May 9 on Saturday The Bay of Fundy, renowned for microfilm and digital resources Canada’s oldest. It houses the Nova mornings inside the Historic the world’s highest tides, awaits you include Annapolis and the Granville Scotia Charter and is located in the Gardens’ Gazebo. 902-532-7018 only 10 minutes from the heart of the township books, cemetery records, heart of Annapolis Royal’s National National Historic District. Mi’kmaw both published and unpublished Historic District. See pages 2 and 13. Port-Royal Habitation, folklore claims the tides are caused genealogies, local newspapers, the St. Luke’s Melanson Settlement by the splashing of a giant whale. See Annapolis County deeds, vital 2 Bedrooms. Pool. WiFi p. 6, 22 & 23 for Bay of Fundy info. statistics, funeral home records, an Queen/Queen or Queen/Twin Anglican Church & North Hills Museum extensive photographic collection Two minutes from Annapolis Royal Tours offered in July and August, These three unique attractions Upper Clements Parks and an outstanding variety of Acadian 902-532-7976 Tuesday to Saturday, 11 am - 2 pm. are located along Canada’s Oldest See page 24 for special feature Cajun files for genealogical research. [email protected] [email protected] Settlement Road. See pages 12 & 23. article. www.upperclements.com www.annapolisheritagesociety.com

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Scenic Waterfront Sinclair Inn Museum Fort View Golf Course Acadian / Mi’kmaq Shopping District Painted Room/Ghosts in Annapolis Royal Heritage Tour Shopping in Annapolis Royal A newly restored Painted Annapolis Royal is a golfer’s Explore the “Cradle of Acadie” is a delightful adventure. Step back in Room and ten modern-day Ghosts paradise. Home to Fort View, one of with 10th generation Acadian Métis time, and enjoy a leisurely shopping are two of the highlights of the the most scenic courses in Nova Scotia, Alan Melanson, retired Supervisor pace with friendly and personalized Sinclair Inn Museum. A National two others are conveniently located of Interpreters for . service. Explore quaint shops full Historic Site and one of Canada’s within a short 30 minute drive. Open Enjoy music, colourful stories and of unique treasures. From Maritime architectural and historic gems, to the public, the beautiful course in learn about making rappie pie. art, crafts, curios and collectibles, portions date to 1710 or earlier, Annapolis Royal features 18 holes, Alan’s ancestors founded the to books, art, jewellery, clothes, making it one of the oldest surviving challenging, lined with apple trees Melanson Settlement (c.1664), now shoes and antiques, you’ll find wood-frame structures in Canada. and overlooks the Annapolis Basin, a National Historic Site. Museum something for everyone along One of the few dwellings from the North Mountain and Fort Anne. Golf Winner of TIANS’ Hometown Visit the recently “Canada’s Oldest Thoroughfare”. French regime in Acadia (prior to clubs and carts are available for rent. Pride Event of the Year Award, the discovered & restored Savour delicious specialties in 1713) in existence, it offers a Founders House Dining and Drinks, Acadian Mi’kmaq Tour departs from Painted Room & Meet the fine restaurants, or choose take-out unique opportunity to view original located at the Golf Course, is open to the Annapolis Royal Lighthouse at Ghosts of the Sinclair for a picnic. Stroll along the scenic Acadian construction techniques. 2 pm every Friday, June 28 - Sept. 6. the public. For green fees and golf Oldest wood frame building in waterfront boardwalk with its The current building combines info, visit www.fortviewgolf.com $10 Adults, $5 (ages 13-18) and $3 two older ones joined in 1781 by Canada now open to the public gentle breezes and spectacular view (12 & under). Enjoy a living-history 2 original Acadian structures of Granville Ferry across the river. Fredrick Sinclair. It has operated Ecotourism experience in the birthplace of Acadie. (built ca. 1708 & 1710) Joined 1781 under many names and owners, No Reservations. 902-532-3035, Rare example of pre-expulsion ARTsPLACE primarily as an inn and tavern. Site & Recreation www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Acadian construction This popular public art gallery of the first Masonic Lodge meeting Enjoy a public swimming pool, Home of Canada's first Masonic in Canada in 1738, the building has Lodge in 1738 hosts a year 'round schedule of art golf, floating dock and boat launch at Annapolis Public Pool 300 years of architecture, history exhibits showcasing talented local witnessed many important events. causeway, kayaking, wind-surfing, and living See construction styles and Get your swim on all summer and international artists. ARCAC also canoeing, bicycling, sport fishing, every day. Enjoy open swim, lane 230 St. George St., Annapolis Royal techniques over 300 years, from bird watching, hiking, tennis courts, Annapolis Heritage Society offers workshops, coffee houses and swim, lessons, parties, swim team 902-532-0996 Email: [email protected] art talks with local and visiting clay walls of the original Acadians baseball, soccer fields, a skateboard to wood paneling of the 1950s, a and games. 62 Champlain Dr. 902- artists. 902-532-7069, www.arcac.ca park and more! Stroll along the 532-1777, www.annapolispool.ca testament to the on-going legacy of boardwalk in the National Historic Kayak Annapolis Royal Annapolis Royal. 902-532-0996, District. Explore scenic hiking trails, Action Jax Kayak Annapolis Royal, www.annapolisheritagesociety.com the old rail line, Grist Mill and Family Fun Park with go-karts, located at Dunromin Campground, Candlelight French Basin Trail. Cross country has kayaks, canoes, water bikes, a ski in winter. Raven Haven Beach, batting cage, games arcade, battling pedal boat and S.U.P boards to rent Graveyard Tours Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness, balls & much more. www.actionjax.ca Kejimkujik, Oaklawn Farm Zoo, by the hour, or you can bring your 7 nights a week, June 1 - Oct. 15. Oaklawn Farm Zoo own. A kayak training course and www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail, five different guided kayak tours, Whale Watching and Bay of Fundy Nova Scotia’s largest zoo, with ranging from 2 to 8 hours, are also French Basin Trail adventures are nearby. Town: 902- one of the best displays of Big Cats available. Reservations for tours are This scenic 1.2 km easy walking 955-1205, County: 902-665-3022. in Eastern Canada, is located in required. Prices/info: 902-532-2808, trail, co-sponsored by Ducks Aylesford, only 45 minutes from www.dunromincampground.ca Unlimited, is located in the heart of Old St. Edwards Annapolis. Open daily. 902-847- Annapolis Royal just 1 block from Loyalist Church 9790, www.oaklawnfarmzoo.ca Sport Fishing the traffic light. Encircling the The Annapolis Basin and lower picturesque Annapolis River, this easy Museum Grist Mill Annapolis River are noted for trail provides improvement of the One of the earliest in Nova A 17th century French grist mill striped bass, white bass, sea trout water quality, conservation of Scotia, the museum features early replica houses a hydroelectric plant 292 St George Street and white flounder. Public access is Annapolis Royal, NS wildlife, public education and year- Loyalist artifacts. It is located in in nearby Lequille. The first grist Facebook: A nnapolis Royal Variety Store located off Hwy 1 near Power Plant. round eco-tourism fun for all ages. nearby Clementsport. mill was built in the area in 1607. Ph: 902-286-3111 Fax: 902-286-3110

HANDMADE CHOCOLATES

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BIRD’S EYE VIEW

ANNAPOLIS ROYAL & LEQUILLE Pool & Tennis NOVA SCOTIA Courts 2005 The Academy & Library ArtsPlace French Boat Basin Trail Launch Highway #1 ST. GEORGE STREET 1 PRINCE ALBERT ROAD Visitor Centre & Historic

Tidal Power Plant FORTIER MILLS LANE Gardens PRINCE ALBERT ROAD

ST. ANTHONY STREET

CHAPEL STREET

VICTORIA STREET

CHURCH STREET

DRURY LANE

ST. JAMES STREET ST. GEORGE STREET

O’Dell House Museum ST. GEORGE STREET Children’s Playground Farmers’ & Traders’ Market

Wharf & Candlelight Boat Haul-up King’s Amphitheatre Town Hall Fort Anne Graveyard Tours Boat Theatre Sinclair Inn Building Museum Lighthouse & Boardwalk

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The Historical Association of Annapolis Royal sells two artistic Bird’s Eye View Maps that are suitable for framing: Annapolis Royal & Granville Ferry (1878) by T. M. Fowler and Annapolis Royal & Lequille (2005) by Jim Todd of Todd Graphic. These beautiful maps are available at Bainton’s Tannery Outlet, the O’Dell House Museum and other select locations. (Maps on pages 11, 13 & 14 are rotated 90 degrees clockwise.) www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com For other maps of heritage properties, churches, wharves, cemeteries, recreation and more visit www.mapannapolis.ca This web-based asset map site, created and maintained by diverse volunteer community-interest groups, always welcomes new volunteers! EXPLORER, 2019 Official Visitors Guide, Page 11

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What you might see... Good Cheer

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We are a small batch craft distillery located in Annapolis Royal, NS. We are delighted to bring you locally flavoured premium spirits from the first "legal" stills built in Nova Scotia.

Did you know that Annapolis CHAMPLAIN’S Hours of Operation: Contact Info: Royal is “home” to the first legal CHEER TRAIL Tuesday - Sunday: 10am - 5pm (902) 471-7083 handcrafted stills made in Nova Monday: Closed [email protected] Champlain started the Order of Scotia? Did you know that some of Good Cheer at the Port-Royal Tours and tastings are available at no charge. the best award-winning craft beer, Habitation in 1606, and that spirit is Products available at Lequille Country Store from 7am-11pm every day. ciders, wines and liquors are made Please visit our website for retail locations and cocktail recipes: www.stillfireddistilleries.com in the Annapolis Royal Area? still alive and well thanks to our passionate Nova Scotia artisans. A visit to the Annapolis Royal ANNAPOLIS KEG, CASK Area’s best distilleries, breweries, & FOOD FESTIVAL wineries and cideries is a popular September 28 (6 - 9 pm) highlight. In addition to tastings, Come celebrate and meet some tours and opportunities to discover of the amazing beverage and food and sample locally produced beer, producers from the Annapolis Royal cider, wine and spirits, some of our Area. Enjoy a fun-filled evening of Champlain’s Cheer Trail Partners good cheer with music, food and featured on this page also offer tastings at Market Square across from food, cocktail recipes, musical events the wharf. See Facebook for details. and wedding package options.

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4793 Highway 1 Granville Ferry, Nova Scotia Convenience Plus Wines, Ciders Gasoline Fine Liquors Local Produce & More! (in Season) 2635 Clementsvale Rd Kindling Bear River East, NS 902-467-0363 Firewood Lottery Tickets Baked Goods Ice Daily 6:30am to 11pm 902-532-5575 www.CasaNovaFineBeverages.com Exit 23A off Hwy 101

Celebrating 39 Years, Valley Owned & Operated Annapolis Royal 902-532-1500 June 21 August 24 - 25 National Indigenous Peoples Day Kejimkujik Dark Sky Weekend Berwick 902-538-3183 July 1 September 6-8 Enjoy Canada Day Celebrations at Keji Multisport Festival, Women’s Bridgetown Kejimkujik Seaside & Kejimkujik Triathlon & Mixed Team Relay 902-665-4449 Kentville July 6 October 5 902-678-8044 Savour the Seaside, CrabFest 2019 Savour the Trail at Kejimkujik at Kejimkujik Seaside May 18 Located Just Across the Kingston October 12-14 902-765-3111 "Dark as Keji” July 20-21 Thanksgiving Weekend Causeway ... See us Before You Twilight Party and Moonlight Dip Learn to Camp Weekend at Keji Buy a Single Nail! Supporting Local For info on Keji: 902-682-2772 May 25-26 August 3 [email protected] Community Events 3rd Annual Tour de Keji Omnium Kejimkujik’s 50th Birthday Party www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji Artists Studios Tour Art Galleries & Studios

Tues. to Fri: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturdays: 1 - 4 p.m. (by volunteer, call ahead) Summer hours check website Lucky Rabbit 396 St. George St., Annapolis Royal, NS 902-532-7069 ARCAC Jaime Lee Lightle Multiple Artists Ed “Tripp” Parmiter ARTsPLACE GALLERY ROUND HILL STUDIO LUCKY RABBIT & CO TRIPP’S GALLERY e-mail: [email protected] website: www.arcac.ca

Lucky Rabbit Dawn Oman Multiple Artists Tom & Cindy Wilson Multiple Artists DAWN OMAN ART GALLERY THE COURTYARD FAR-FETCHED ANTIQUES/ART BLUE MIND GALLERY

To meet some of these talented artists in THE COURTYARD LUCKY RABBIT & CO person and visit their colourful studios 212 St. George St., Annapolis Royal 15 Church St., Annapolis Royal and galleries are special area highlights. Ph: 902-286-1122 Ph: 902-532-0928 www.facebook.com/thecourtyardartists www.luckyrabbitandco.com Lucky Rabbit & Co. ARCAC DAWN OMAN ART GALLERY ROUND HILL STUDIO Working Artists’ Studios 396 St. George St., Annapolis Royal 298 Granville St., Bridgetown 280 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Ph: 902-532-7069, www.arcac.ca Ph: 902-588-2002, See page 17 Ph: 902-955-0365 15 Church St., Annapolis Royal [email protected] www.dawnomanart.com www.roundhillstudio.com Across from Farmers Market BLUE MIND GALLERY FAR-FETCHED ANTIQUES & ART TRIPP’S GALLERY 902-532-0928 1888 Clementsvale Rd., Bear River 218 St. George St., Annapolis Royal 324 & 268 St. George St., Annapolis Ph: 902-467-1212, See page 6 Ph: 902-532-0179 Ph: 902-532-0188, 902-521-4986 www.luckyrabbitandco.com www.bluemindgallery.com www.facebook.com/FarFetchedGallery www.trippsgallery.com

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The Annapolis Royal Area is a Raven Haven Canoe Annapolis www.remaxbanner.com year ‘round vacation destination. For more information on parks, trails Beachside Family Park County 324 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 and recreation publications contact Raven Haven, open mid-June Over 220 lakes in Annapolis phone: (902) 532-7501, fax: (902) 532-7288 the County of Annapolis at to Sept. 2, is a 4-acre family-oriented County provide numerous paddling [email protected] or visit park on the scenic shores of nearby and fishing opportunities. Canoe www.AnnapolisCounty.ca and look Sandy Bottom Lake, owned by the Annapolis County: A Paddler’s under “Community & Recreation”. Municipality of Annapolis County, Guide to Outdoor Adventure managed by Recreation Services. features twenty-five canoe routes, Annapolis County Reservations are recommended for ranging from day trips to exciting the campsites, cabins and hostel. overnight/river trips, plus key Parks, Trails & Enjoy a beautiful public beach, picnic components about boating safety, Open Spaces site and playground with a fully- equipment, the wilderness ethics, stocked canteen. Join in a game of This popular brochure includes various outfitters, trip planning, beach volleyball or ring toss. Canoes professionally digitized maps, route a map and 40 outdoor adventures. and pedal boats available for rent. Whether you walk, jog, hike, cycle, locations, and a stunning collection paddle, bird watch, garden, fish, 902-532-7320. Off season: 902- 665- of photographs depicting Annapolis cross country ski or enjoy traveling 4637, [email protected] County’s interesting and centuries- by car, the diverse landscape with its old paddling tradition. Third edition picturesque parks, scenic vistas, trails Bicycle Annapolis available! www.AnnapolisCounty.ca and beautiful sunsets will inspire you. County Mickey Hill Delaps Cove If you bike be sure to pick up a Pocket Wilderness free copy of the County’s popular Wilderness Trail Bicycle Annapolis County: A This beautiful and secluded Stroll through the lush forest Cyclist’s Guide to Outdoor wilderness area is located on Rt. 8 and emerge for a breath of salt air Adventure. It features twenty-two about 10 minutes from Annapolis on the rugged, windswept coastline routes, from easy to moderate to on the way out towards Kejimkujik of the Bay of Fundy. This is a nature challenging, plus Nova Scotia’s National Park. It features scenic lover and photographer’s paradise. bicycle laws, safe cycling tips, walking trails, a picnic area and Interpretation sites and picnic areas detailed route descriptions and beach. Interpretive signs posted. offer wonderful opportunities for professionally digitized maps. special educational and pleasurable Kejimkujik Nat’l. Park wilderness adventures. Located only Outdoor Recreation Keji, both a National Park and a approx. 24 km (15 miles) northwest National Historic Site, is located of Annapolis, Delaps Cove has two Map only 45 minutes from Annapolis scenic wilderness trails, Bohaker This free new map encourages Royal. Consisting of 381 square km and Charlie’s, each with its own a healthier lifestyle and helps you of forests laced with streams, rivers unique ecosystem. The abandoned plan fun, active, outdoor recreation and lakes, it is a welcome refuge Old Shore Rd. links them. Bohaker adventures for all four seasons in and a nature-lover’s delight. 902- Trail has a magnificent waterfall. beautiful Annapolis County. 682-2772, www.pc.gc.ca/keji Paint the Town Celebrates 24 Years, Aug. 17 & 18

More than 80 artists will visit Annapolis Royal the weekend of August 17 and 18 for Paint the Town©. People come from throughout Atlantic Canada and beyond. The artists will work in all styles, from traditional to contemporary, in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, watercolour, iron, stone, wood and photography. In previous years, they have produced an average of over 500 pieces of art over the Paint the Town weekend. The public is invited to watch the artists at work. Bids can be placed on art as soon as it reaches the Paint the Town Gallery at The Academy between 10 am - 6 pm Final bids by 6 pm each day. See something you can’t live without The first Paint the Town© took place in August 1996 with 25 artists – purchase it at a “buy-it-now” coming to paint on site around the historic town of Annapolis Royal. gallery price, valid until 5 pm. Today it has grown into the anchor fund-raising event for the colourful Proceeds are split 50/50 between Annapolis Region Community Arts Council and it’s artist-run gallery, artists and ARCAC. ARTsPLACE. For info contact ARCAC, 902-532-7069, www.arcac.ca Here you'll find Maple Syrup, Honey, Eggs Artisan Crafts, Knitting, Quilts Pottery, Jewellery, Soap Breads, Pastries, Fruit Vegetables, Meats, Seafood Plants & Flowers Leather Goods, Handmade Shoes Local Roasted Coffee, Photographs Wildcrafted Teas & Tinctures Chocolates, Salsa, Art Cards Furniture, Antiques, Books Kayak Annapolis River Festival of Dance (FODAR) Annapolis Public Pool Vintage & Up-cycled Clothing Beer, Spirits, Moonshine BANDFEST 2019 Acadian Heritage Tours are NATAL DAY FORT ANNE Curry, Sausages, Syrian Food July 19 - 21 also offered at the Lighthouse by ENCAMPMENT DAYS The 24th annual Bandfest will The Historical Association of August 2 (pm) - August 4 (am) welcome community bands from Annapolis Royal’s Alan Melanson, Stroll around the Natal Day across Nova Scotia and beyond for a a 10th generation Acadian, every Encampment of the 84th Regiment of Saturdays musical weekend of learning and Friday at 2 pm from June 28 Foot 2nd Battalion (Royal Highland May 18th to October 12th - 8am to 1pm ST performing. Enjoy music, fun and through Sept. 6. No reservations. Emigrants). Enjoy the sights, smells Wednesdays children’s activities at the Historic www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com and sounds of black powder musketry, July and August 10am to 2pm Gardens plus a Massed Band Annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com outdoor cooking and life in an 18th Concert on Sunday from 2 - 4 pm at NATAL DAY WEEKEND century military camp. On Saturday Fort Anne. Bring a picnic lunch and a August 2 - 5 afternoon, if weather permits, observe lawn chair or blanket. 902-532-8148 Natal Day Weekend, an military techniques in a tactical battle. annual highlight, consists of four 902-532-2397, www.pc.gc.ca/fortanne CONSTRUCTION delightful days of fun including the TRADITIONS 18th Century Military Encampment, 40th ANNUAL FUN RUN GAELTours July 28 (1 - 4 pm) Street Dance, Fun Run, Farmers and Interact with local craftspeople August 3 Traders Market, 74th Crusaders Enjoy this Natal Day weekend at Port-Royal NHS as they share Motorcycle Rally, Outdoor Concert, their skills and knowledge of the favourite. Free, but pre-registration traditional techniques that were used Art Shows, Mobile Canteen, Beerfest, preferred. Limited registration on From Streetscapes to Seascapes, to reconstruct the Habitation. Enjoy Mini Golf, Fire Hall Pancake run-day, 8:30 - 9:15 am sharp at the you don't want to miss it! demos in hewing timbers, making Breakfasts, colourful Grand Street Parade, Ecumenical Service, Sunset Municipal Building! This is a 4 km shingles and handles for tools, turning run through historic Annapolis Royal Plankton, Periwinkles and Predators wood and blacksmithing. You will Ceremony, Fireworks, Candlelight Stones, Steeples, Ships and Seafood, Graveyard Tours and more! The on partly paved road and partly cross appreciate the architecture of this country. Prizes for all ages! For info: Walking tour of Digby, unique structure. 902-532-2898 Legion features Karaoke, a Dance, Bay of Fundy Recommended Experience Horseshoe Tournament, Cow Patty [email protected] CRADLE OF ACADIE Bingo and a BBQ, open to all. Events 902-665-4010. Register online at www.gaeltours.ca August 1 - 15 are also held at the Historic Gardens. www.AnnapolisCounty.ca The spotlight is on the Acadian 902-532-7018, 902-532-2397 Email: [email protected] House at the Historic Gardens and HOOKED RUG Ph: 902-245-4689 Cell: 902-247-2146 @gaeltours Also on: 17th century life in the Annapolis MOTORCYCLE RALLY EXHIBITION & TEA 33 Wilson Lane, RR #1 Royal Area, the Cradle of Acadie. Aug. 2 - 5 (39th Annual) August 10 (2 - 4:30 pm) Smith's Cove, NS B0S 1S0 greg_fundy www.historicgardens.com 532-7269, 74thcrusaders.ca Lower Granville Hall, $5 Fun for All Seasons

of Randy Glynn’s classic “Mr. FALL HIKING SERIES Pinhead”; A unique chance to see Free guided hikes to increase the legendary dancer and creator fitness by the County of Annapolis Peggy Baker; and Lydia Zimmer in partnership with Hike NS. performs her work “Sonderlings” Explore the beauty of Annapolis inspired by an Irish Nursery rhyme County’s backcountry. It’s perfect from the 1700s. www.fodar.ca for Fall hiking! For locations & dates visit the County’s Facebook page or A CELEBRATION OF ART website, www.AnnapolisCounty.ca August 17 - 25 Enjoy art-themed exhibits and WINTER MARKET activities at Historic Gardens with a October 19 - May 9 natural emphasis on art in the garden. Buy local food products and more on Sat. mornings, 9 - Noon, at PAINT THE TOWN August 17 & 18 Historic Gardens. 902-532-7018 See special feature on page 17. 8TH NORTH AMERICAN VINTAGE AUTO SHOW FORT TO FORT CONKERS CONTEST August 11 (1 - 4 pm) August 24 (9 am - 5 pm) October 19 Don’t miss the 13th Annual The County of Annapolis, the Conkers is a unique, centuries- Vintage Car Show at North Hills Town of Annapolis Royal and Parks old British game using chestnuts on Museum. View cars, trucks and Canada are partnering to invite you strings. Fun for all ages at the Historic tractors from 1900 - 1980. Chat with to walk, run or bike Fort to Fort. Gardens. 902-532-7018 the owners, take photos and enjoy The fun starts at 9 am at Fort Anne North Hills Museum, 5065 Granville NHS and travels to Port-Royal NHS. GHOST TOWN Rd., Granville Ferry. All welcome at An Order of Good Cheer Party October 24 - 31 this free family event! 902-532-2168 follows from 3-5 pm at Oqwa’titek Visit...if you dare! 902-532- [email protected] Amphitheatre. For more info visit 7018, www.ExploreGhostTown.com World class contemporary dance the County’s website and Facebook WINTER SNOWSHOE on the shores of the FESTIVAL OF DANCE or contact Debra Ryan, 902-665- historic Annapolis Basin (FODAR) 5010, [email protected] HIKING SERIES August 13 - 17 www.annapoliscounty.ca The County of Annapolis, in FODAR’s fifth anniversary partnership with Hike NS, will host features performances on stage at FAMILY WEEKEND a series of free guided hikes to King’s Theatre and at site-events IN THE GARDENS increase year-round fitness and around town. Highlights include August 30 - September 1 appreciation of the wondrous Dance on Film presentation of Visit the Historic Gardens for winter landscape. For event “Strictly Ballroom”, Bas Luhrmann’s some family time before school locations, times and updates see hilarious satire of the bizarre rituals starts. Be sure to plan to take some County Facebook page and website, of the ballroom world; A stunning family photos! 902-532-7018 www.AnnapolisCounty.ca hoop dance excerpt from “The Quebec Bridge Disaster” by TEA & GARDEN PARTY CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES Mohawk choreographer Barbara September 9 (2 - 4 pm) Enjoy leisurely shopping and Kanneratoni Diabo; Magic and Enjoy an afternoon of live old-fashioned yuletide cheer. For mayhem of Throwdown Collective; music, tea and tasty treats at North holiday schedule and events, Like The dynamic Naishi Wang in Hills Museum. Free family event. Explorer Guide on Facebook. Visit (902)532-7992 bistroeast.com “Taking Breath”; A Revival Donations welcome. 902-532-2168 www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com RYLO GAS ENTERPRISES 4718 Hwy # 1 Granville Ferry 2 Minutes East of Annapolis Royal

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ARCHITECT CANDLELIGHT B&Bs and INNS JOST ARCHITECTS GRAVEYARD TOURS A SEAFARING MAIDEN 240 St. George St., P. O. Box 458 7 nights a week, June 1 - Oct. 15 Located on the Annapolis River 902-532-2395, [email protected] Departs from Fort Anne Parking Lot at with views of Fort Anne. 4 Star. ART & ARTISTS, ANTIQUES, 9:30 p.m. Rain or shine. No Reservations. Toll-free reservations 1-888-532-0379 BOOKS & COLLECTIBLES 28th Year! www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Email: [email protected] BLUE MIND GALLERY FESTIVAL OF DANCE AT THE TURRET B & B 1888 Clemenstvale Road in Bear River ANNAPOLIS ROYAL (FODAR) 372 St. George, Across from Fort Anne 902-467-1212 King’s Theatre, August 13-17, 2019 902-532-5770, www.attheturret.com www.bluemindgallery.com 902-532-7704, www.fodar.ca THE BAILEY HOUSE CASSANDRA KING ANTIQUES FORT ANNE, PORT-ROYAL & BED & BREAKFAST 6321 Hwy 1, Belleisle MELANSON SETTLEMENT 150 St. George Street 902-247-9069, [email protected] NATIONAL HISTORIC SITES Ph: 902-532-1285, 1-877-532-1285 THE COURTYARD Ph: Fort Anne: 902-532-2397, 902-532- www.baileyhouse.ca (4.5 Star rating) 212 St. George St., 902-286-1122 2321, Port-Royal: 902-532-2898 One of Annapolis Royal’s oldest homes www.facebook.com/thecourtyardartists www.pc.gc.ca (circa 1770). Superb waterfront location DAWN OMAN ART GALLERY FORT VIEW GOLF COURSE on quiet, historic Lower St. George St. 298 Granville Street in Bridgetown 3816 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal Easy walk to shops, restaurants, theatre 902-588-2002, [email protected] 902-532-7267, www.fortviewgolf.com and museums. www.dawnomanart.com GAEL TOURS (EXPLORE DIGBY) CARLISLE HOUSE INN/TEA ROOM FAR-FETCHED ANTIQUES & ART 33 Wilson Ln., RR 1, Smith’s Cove, NS 548 St. George St., 902-532-2100 218 St. George St., 902-532-0179 Ph: 902-245-4689, Cell: 902-247-2146 [email protected] www.facebook.com/FarFetchedGallery [email protected] www.gaeltours.ca CROFT HOUSE GREAT EXPECTATIONS KAYAK ANNAPOLIS ROYAL BED & BREAKFAST BOOKS & ANTIQUES Located at Dunromin Campground 51 Riverview Lane, Granville Centre 165 St. George St., 902-532-0120 Ph: 902-532-2808 Ph/Fax: 902-532-0584, 1-866-532-0584 Located in The Chocolate Shop & Café www.dunromincampground.ca [email protected] www.crofthouse.ca THE GREEN BARN KEJIMKUJIK NATIONAL PARK THE GARRISON HOUSE INN 5469 Hwy. 1, (5 min. from Annapolis) & NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Celebrating 36 Years, Same owner. 902-532-3066, in Granville Centre Ph: 902-682-2772, 902-682-2770 350 St. George, Across from Fort Anne www.thegreenbarn.ca www.pc.gc.ca/keji 902-532-5750, www.garrisonhouse.ca LUCKY RABBIT & CO KING’S THEATRE SOCIETY GRAND OAK MANOR B & B 15 Church St., 902-532-0928 209 St. George St. 5345 Granville Road, Granville Ferry www.luckyrabbitandco.com Ph: 902-532-7704, 902-532-5466 902-955-9971, www.grandoakbnb.ca MAD HATTER BOOKS www.kingstheatre.ca GRANVALLEY BED & BREAKFAST 213 St. George St., 902-532-2070 NAT’L HISTORIC DISTRICT TOURS 4474 Granville Rd., between Granville 1-800-565-2070, www.baintons.ca “Hometown Pride Event of the Year” with Ferry & Port Royal, 5.8 km from causeway ROUND HILL STUDIO The Historical Association’s Alan Melanson 902-532-5678, www.granvalley.com 280 St. George St., 902-955-0365 2 pm, Mon. & Wed., Lighthouse HEDLEY HOUSE BY THE SEA 3931 Shore Road West www.roundhillstudio.com www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Exit 24 or 25 off Hwy 101 TRIPP’S GALLERY NORTH HILLS MUSEUM 902-245-2500, www.hedleyhouse.ca 324 & 268 St. George St. 5065 Granville Rd., Granville Ferry The paradise by the sea. Hillsburn, NS 902-532-0188, 902-521-4986 Ph: 902-532-2168 HILLSDALE HOUSE INN www.TrippsGallery.com www.annapolisheritagesociety.com 519 St. George St. 902-532-0155 O’DELL HOUSE MUSEUM 902-532-2345, 1-877-839-2821 ATTRACTIONS 136 St. George St., 902-532-7754 ACADIAN/MI’KMAQ TOURS www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca Just minutes from 10th generation Acadian, Alan Melanson www.annapolisheritagesociety.com JUST B LODGING Located in the 2 pm, Fridays, Lighthouse. 902-532-3035 SINCLAIR INN MUSEUM 92 Prince Albert Rd., 902-532-2392 on Highway 201, one mile east Annapolis Royal on the www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com 230 St. George St., 902-532-0996 www.justblodging.ca beautiful Bay of Fundy! ACTION JAX www.annapolisheritagesociety.com QUEEN ANNE INN of Historic Annapolis Royal. 4708 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal UPPER CLEMENTS PARKS 494 St. George St. Cottages have full bath, Flat 902-955-0818, www.actionjax.ca 5 min from Annapolis in Upper Clements Ph: 902-532-7850, 1-877-536-0403 panel cable TV, WI-FI and visit us on ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Ph: 902-532-7557, 1-888-248-4567 www.queenanneinn.ns.ca facebook TM www.upperclements.com kitchenettes. Air conditioned. tripadvisor FARMERS & TRADERS MARKET CLOTHING, SHOES Across from Wharf & King’s Theatre AUTOMOBILE GAS / CONVENIENCE Seasonal from May to October, www.shoreroadseafood.com GRANVILLE FERRY MARKET/GAS & DEPARTMENT STORE Sat. mornings, 8 - 1, May 18 - Oct. 12 4793 Hwy 1, Granville Ferry 902-532-5575 BAINTON’S TANNERY OUTLET plus a year-round cottage. Also Wednesdays, 10 - 2 in July & Aug. 213 St. George St., 902-532-2070 www.Annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com LEQUILLE COUNTRY STORE Route 8, Annapolis Royal, 902-532-5362 1-800-565-2070, www.baintons.ca ANNAPOLIS PUBLIC POOL LOCKHART’S 62 Champlain Dr., Annapolis Royal www.lequillecountrystore.com WILSONS GAS STOPS CASUALS & WORKWEAR 902-532-1777, Daily: Opens July 1 258 St. George St., 902-532-7706 For Hours/Programs: www.annapolispool.ca Auto Gasoline, Propane & Furnace Oil 4718 Hwy 1, Granville Ferry [email protected] ANNAPOLIS REGION 902-532-0610 (2 min. East of Annapolis) LOOSE ENDS TRADING CO. COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL 195 St. Anthony St., 902-532-7572 396 St. George St., 902-532-7069, BANK CHARLES STEWART ELECTRICAL RBC ROYAL BANK, ANNAPOLIS www.looseendstrading.com Fax: 902-532-7357, www.arcac.ca V & S - ANNAPOLIS ROYAL ANNAPOLIS RIVER FESTIVAL 248 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Residential Commercial Industrial July 13, 9-5:30, Jubilee Park, Bridgetown Ph: 902-532-2371, Fax: 902-532-7341 VARIETY STORE 902-532-7533, www.annapolisriver.ca BEER, WINE, CIDER & SPIRITS 292 St. George St., Annapolis Royal LOCALLY HAND-CRAFTED Ph: 902-286-3111, Fax: 902-286-3110 24 Hour Emergency Service ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Facebook: Annapolis Royal Variety Store HISTORIC GARDENS CASA NOVA FINE BEVERAGES 2635 Clementsvale Rd., Bear River East CONFERENCE CENTRE (including weekends & holidays) 441 St. George St., 902-532-7018 ANNAPOLIS BASIN www.historicgardens.com Ph: 902-467-0363 Over 30 Years Experience www.CasaNovaFineBeverages.com CONFERENCE CENTRE LUNN’S MILL BEER COMPANY 761 Broadway Avenue, Box 279 9551 Highway 8, Lequille 515 Carleton Rd., Hwy 201 in Cornwallis Park, NS B0S 1H0 Lawrencetown, Ph: 902-584-2217 1-888-830-4466, www.abcc.ca www.lunnsmill.beer CONSTRUCTION STILL FIRED DISTILLERIES JGR INVESTMENTS LTD. (902) 526-2237 (902) 532-2424 9548 Hwy 8, Annapolis Royal New Home & Turn Key Construction 902-471-7083 132 St. Anthony St., Annapolis Royal www.charlesstewartelectrical.com www.stillfireddistilleries.com 902-532-8373, [email protected] Victoria Street Cottage

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COTTAGES, TENTS, Rvs LEATHER GERMAN BAKERY & CAFÉ CROWN COVE COTTAGES BAINTON’S TANNERY OUTLET 358 St. George (Across from Fort Anne) 4752 Hwy 1, 2 minutes from Annapolis 213 St. George St., 902-532-2070 902-532-1990, www.germanbakery.ca 902-532-7976, www.crowncove.ca 1-800-565-2070, www.baintons.ca LEO’S CAFÉ DUNROMIN CAMPGROUND Leather jackets and motorcycle 222 St. George St., 902-532-7424 4618 Hwy #1 (2 min. E. of Annapolis) apparel, slippers, sheepskins, gloves, Catering for Small or Large Functions 902-532-2808, Waterfront camping & purses, Tilley hats and Rigor outerwear www.leoscafe.ca cabins. www.dunromincampground.ca LEGAL LOLA’S CAFÉ FUNDY TRAIL ARMSTRONG & ARMSTRONG 143 Ritchie St., Located in The Academy CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries 902-532-1902, Also Catering & Custom 240 St. George St., P. O. Box 575 Cakes, www.lolaslittlecakeemporium.com 15 min. north of AR on Bay of Fundy 902-532-2155, Fax: 902-532-7211 902-532-7711, [email protected] LUNN’S MILL BEER COMPANY Email: [email protected] 515 Carleton Rd., Hwy 201 in www.fundytrail.com PATRICIA L. REARDON HELEN’S CABINS Lawrencetown, 902-584-2217 Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public www.lunnsmill.beer On Hwy 201, 1 mi. East of Annapolis 234 St. George St., P. O. Box 366 902-532-5207 (Next to Tom’s Pizzeria) 902-532-7904, 902-532-5560 NEW CHARLIE’S PLACE www.tomspizzeriahelenscabins.ca Email: [email protected] 38 Prince Albert Rd. (Highway 1) 902-532-2111 HOMEMADE SOUP, SALAD, SANDWICHES MILFORD HOUSE MOTELS LICENSED & GLUTEN FREE BREADS & MEALS 5296 Highway 8, South Milford ANNAPOLIS ROYAL INN OLD TOWN PUB 902-532-2617, www.milfordhouse.ca 3924 Hwy. 1, Annapolis Royal Across from Market, 11 Church St. TRADITIONAL GERMAN BREADS MOUNTAIN TOP COTTAGES 902-532-2323, 1-888-857-8889 902-532-2244, (on Facebook) PASTRIES & APPLE STRUDEL 888 Parker Mountain Rd.(5 min from www.AnnapolisRoyalInn.com PENSION PIES (To Go) Annapolis), 902-532-2564, 1-877-885- PRINTING 4497 Granville Rd, Granville Beach Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Candlelight Tour Packages 1185, www.mountaintopcottages.com INTEGRITY PRINTING INC. 902-969-5576, [email protected] RAVEN HAVEN 29 Queen Street in Bridgetown www.facebook.com/pensionpies 902-532-1990 358 St. George Street www.germanbakery.ca BEACHSIDE FAMILY PARK 902-665-4424 ROBIN’S DONUTS Across from Fort Anne Dieter & Heiderose Claussing, Owners Sandy Bottom Lake, 20 min. to Annapolis Brochures, Signs, Business Cards, 4718 Hwy 1, Granville Ferry 902-532-7320, AnnapolisCounty.ca Banners, Postcards, Booklets, Posters, 902-532-0610 (2 min. East of Annapolis) UPPER CLEMENTS COTTAGES/RV Decals, P.O.P. Displays, Custom Wall RYLO PIZZA Next to Upper Clements Parks (5 min Coverings , www.integrityprinting.ca 4718 Hwy 1, Granville Ferry from Annapolis), 1-800-717-6549, 902- REAL ESTATE 902-532-0611 (2 min. East of Annapolis) 532-0269, www.upperclementscottages.com HABITATION REALTIES LTD. SHORE ROAD SEAFOOD VICTORIA STREET COTTAGE 294 St. George St., Box 397 3931 Shore Road West, Hillsburn 902-532-5545, Fax: 902-532-5766 902-532-0155, Min. from Annapolis on 135 Victoria St., 1 block from Fort Anne www.habitationrealties.ns.ca Victorians, Bay of Fundy, Follow on Facebook 902-309-1054, 902-309-1055 Salt Waters, Hobby Farms, Retirements, www.victoriastreetcottage.ca SISSIBOO COFFEE ROASTER Businesses, Investments. Explore with us. 262 St. George St., Annapolis Royal DANCE & FITNESS RE/MAX BANNER REAL ESTATE 1886 Clementsvale Rd., Bear River TRANS WORLD DANCE 324 St. George St. 902-286-3010, 902-467-0128 28th Year! Fun ‘n’ Fitness, Line Dance, 902-532-7501, Fax: 902-532-7288 www.sissiboocoffee.com Tap, Jive, Clogging, Durline Melanson www.remaxbanner.com TOM’S PIZZERIA 902-532-3035, www.transworlddance.com RESTAURANTS Highway 201 (Next to Helen’s Cabins) ELECTRICAL 1 SCOOP 2 SCOOP 902-532-5207, Free Delivery (5 km) CHARLES STEWART ELECTRICAL 286 St. George St., 902-349-3929 Located 1 mile East of Annapolis 9551 Hwy 8, Lequille, (902) 526-2237 Follow 1scoop2scoop on Facebook www.tomspizzeriahelenscabins.ca www.charlesstewartelectrical.com BISTRO EAST 274 St. George St., Annapolis Royal TRAVEL GIFTS BAY FERRIES THE CROOKED FLOOR 902-532-7992, www.bistroeast.com CAFÉ RESTAURANT COMPOSÉ 1-877-762-7245, www.ferries.ca FUN GIFTS & OTHER THINGS Next to Lighthouse, 235 St. George St. TRANS WORLD TRAVEL & TOURS 8 Victoria St. (next to Royal Bank) Ph: 902-532-1251 902-532-3034, Durline Melanson 902-532-7602 www.restaurantcompose.com Email: [email protected] A shop filled with fun and whimsy, CARLISLE HOUSE INN TEA ROOM VISITOR INFO souvenirs - the usual and unusual. 548 St. George St., 902-532-2100 EXPLORER VISITORS GUIDE Tom’s GARDENS GIFT SHOP [email protected] 902-532-3035, P.O. Box 638 In Historic Gardens, 902-532-7018 CHAVELAH’S CAFÉ www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com LOOSE ENDS TRADING CO 4730 Hwy 1, Granville Ferry COUNTY OF ANNAPOLIS 195 St. Anthony St., 902-532-7572 Ph: 902-532-0861, Follow on Facebook 752 St. George St., P. O. Box 100 Pizzeria www.looseendstrading.com THE CHOCOLATE SHOP 902-532-2331, www.AnnapolisCounty.ca TARTAN WAVE 165 Lower St. George, 902-532-0120 MAPANNAPOLIS Annapolis Royal Tartan (at The Courtyard) COUNTRY NOOK Maps of heritage properties, churches, 902-955-0713, Facebook.com/TartanWave 288 St. George St., (Across from Fort wharves cemeteries, recreation & more! HARDWARE Anne Exit), 902-532-1215 www.mapannapolis.ca ANNAPOLIS HOME HARDWARE ELM TREE CAFÉ TOWN OF ANNAPOLIS ROYAL BUILDING CENTRE Located in the Historic Gardens 285 St. George St., P. O. Box 310 132 St. Anthony St., Annapolis Royal 902-532-7018, www.historicgardens.com 902-532-2043, www.annapolisroyal.com 902-532-7080 FORT ANNE CAFÉ VISITOR INFO CENTRE & www.annapolishomehardware.ca Across from Fort Anne exit ANNAPOLIS BOARD OF TRADE 298 St. George St., Ph: 902-532-5254 Located at Tidal Power Plant, P.O. Box 2 FRASER’S PRO HOME CENTRE See Fort Anne Café on Facebook 4733 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal 902-532-5454, www.tradeannapolis.com FOUNDERS HOUSE WHALE WATCHING 902-532-1500, www.frasers.ca DINING & DRINKS JEWELLERS 3816 Hwy 1, 902-532-0333 MARINER CRUISES FANCY JEWELLERS www.foundershousedining.com WHALE & SEABIRD TOURS 318 St. George St., Annapolis Royal THE GARRISON HOUSE INN Westport, Brier Island, NS B0V 1H0 57 Water St., Digby, 902-532-5185, 350 St. George St., 902-532-5750 Ph: 902-839-2346, 1-800-239-2189 902-245-2431, www.digbyscalloppearl.ca www.garrisonhouse.ca www.novascotiawhalewatching.ca Exclusive Scallop Pearl jewellery Exquisite dining in three intimate rooms OCEAN EXPLORATIONS created by Craig Fancy, Canadian plus screened verandah. Breakfast and ZODIAC WHALE CRUISES diamond jewellery, 10K and 14K gold dinner served to public daily. Highly Box 719, Tiverton, NS B0V 1G0 jewellery, Canadian-made Maritime recommended in “Where to eat in Ph: 902-839-2417, 1-877-654-2341 pewter giftware and jewellery. Canada.” Fully licensed. www.oceanexplorations.ca

Annapolis Basin Vineyard, AnnapolisRoyal…...... 902-245-4817 United Baptist Church, Annapolis Royal……………...... ……902-532-2134 St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Annapolis Royal…………..……...902-532-0913 St. George & St. Andrews United Church, Annapolis Royal...... 902-532-7954 St. Louis Catholic Church, Annapolis Royal………………...... 902-532-0217 Habitation Baptist Church, Port Royal…………...………..…902-532-5678 Hillsburn Baptist Church……..………………...... ………...... 902-532-5177 Parker’s Cove United Baptist Church……………...…...... 902-532-5706 Phone: (902) 532-5545 Residential, Leisure & Commercial Property Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints……..……………..902-532-5109 Property Management Full Gospel Tabernacle…………………………...……………...902-532-0442 294 St. George Street St. Mark’s Anglican, Perotte……………………..……………...902-532-0913 Annapolis Royal, N.S. B0S 1A0 Peter Wyman, All Saints Anglican, Gibson Lake………………..……………...902-532-0913 www.habitationrealties.ns.ca Broker Christ Church Anglican, Karsdale……………..………...... …...902-532-0913 ANNAPOLIS TOURISM DISTRICT Hampton District touristique d'Annapolis Bay of Fundy Parkers Youngs Cove Cove Delaps Cove Bridgetown 51 1 1 48

Annapolis Royal 41 46 Granville Ferry 39 Port 3 50 2 Royal Victoria 201 Round Hill Beach Ferry 38 23 26 Terminal 40 24 22 Lequille Whale Annapolis Basin Upper Watching Clements Lake 1 Larose 42 Digby45 Cornwallis47 26 25 217 Clementsport 101

Perotte 27 Smiths Cove Virginia Greywood East 48 Clementsvale 8 Bear 52 River

44 South Milford

222 St. George Street Kejimkujik National Graphic © www.toddgraphic.ns.ca TODD Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 Park (902) 532-7424 28 Chef / Owner: SCENIC DRIVES, TOURS, ACTIVITIES

Historic & Scenic Circle Tour including the Bay of Fundy and Bridgetown From Annapolis Royal go through Granville Ferry to visit North Hills Museum (3) Melanson Settlement National Historic Site (38) Port-Royal National Historic Site (2) and Victoria Beach (40). Come back towards Port-Royal then cross the North Mountain to Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail (1) and the Bay of Fundy shore. Explore Parker’s Cove, Young’s Cove and the beach at Hampton, then continue South to Bridgetown. Return to Annapolis Royal via Highway 1 if you want to stop at Kayak Annapolis Royal (39) or Action Jax (50), or come back on the 201 if you plan to visit the Tupperville School Museum (41). See tour, page 23, for additional details. Highway 1 to Fort View Golf Course, Upper Clements Parks & Whale Watching Located at The Academy Fort View Golf Course (23) is located on Highway 1, only about 2 minutes from the Annapolis Royal stoplight en route to Digby. You’ll soon arrive at Upper Clements Parks (24), then Old St. Edward’s Loyalist Church (25). In Historic Annapolis Royal Continue on for Whale Watching expeditions (42) with Ocean Explorations in Tiverton (approx. 1:30 min. from 143 Ritchie Street (902) 532-1902 Annapolis) and Mariner Cruises in Westport on Brier Island (2 hours from Annapolis). If you’re going whale watching be sure to allow plenty of time since ferry schedules are involved. Refer to p. 6 for whale watching, Breakfast & Lunch 8 AM - 4 PM p. 24 for Upper Clements Parks and p. 8 and 9 for other area attractions. BRITISH FAVOURITES Butties, pasties, sticky buns, pies & cakes Explore Digby and the Bay of Fundy with Gael Tours Specialty Coffees & Kombucha Travel West on Highway 101 or Highway 1 to discover the streetscapes and seascapes of Digby and the Bay of Cruffins, cannoli, croissants & more Fundy with Gael Tours, and enjoy one of their memorable Fundy coast experiences (45). www.gaeltours.ca Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding Route 8 to Raven Haven Beach & Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site Designer Cakes by Janet Myers Take Route 8 towards Kejimkujik National Park. The Grist Mill (22), on the Dugway Road in Lequille, is located only about 5 minutes from the Annapolis Royal stoplight. Continue on Route 8 towards Kejimkujik (28), only 45 www.LolasLittleCakeEmporium.com minutes from Annapolis Royal, for camping, canoeing, hiking and cross-country skiing. See page 15 for some of the special events happening at Keji. Be sure to also stop and enjoy Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness (27) and Raven Haven Beachside Family Park (44). For more information on these attractions see page 17. Artists’ Studios/Galleries, Champlain’s Trail & Annapolis Basin Conference Centre See p.16 for a self tour of Art Galleries & Artists’ Studios. The Map on p. 11 shows their locations in Annapolis Royal. Dawn Oman’s Art Gallery (51) in Bridgetown is 20 min. from Annapolis. Blue Mind Gallery (52) in Bear fair trade + organic = happiness River is about 23 min. away. Champlain’s Cheer Trail locations (p.15) include Still Fired Distilleries (26) on Hwy 8 in Lequille, 3 min. from Annapolis; Lunn’s Mill Beer Company (46) in Lawrencetown via Hwy 201, 28 min. away; and Fair Trade, Organic coffee roasted in Bear River, NS. Casa Nova Fine Beverages (48) in Bear River East, 20 min. For a scenic and artistic spot to host a conference, Coffee Bars offering exceptional espressos and inspiring art in two locations: 1886 Clementsvale Rd, Bear River and reunion, wedding or retreat, check out the beautiful Anapolis Basin Conference Centre (47) on Hwy. 1. 262 St. George St. Annapolis Royal. www.sissiboocoffee.com Oaklawn Farm Zoo To visit Oaklawn Farm Zoo (46), travel East on Hwy 101. Take exit # 16, turn right and follow the blue zoo signs.

195 St. Anthony St., Annapolis Royal, NS / Phone 902-532-7572 / Open Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 9-5, Sun 12-5

Andrew Eisnor Photography Historic and Scenic Circle Tour Explore the Bay of Fundy and Oldest Settlement Road

(Parks Canada/C. Reardon) Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail, the Bay of Fundy, Port-Royal NHS and North Hills Museum are “must see” Annapolis Royal Area attractions.

Annapolis Royal to to life with period demonstrations two trails offer a wilderness escape Coastal Access Park. It includes a and descriptions of life in a 1605 fur with panoramic vistas and access to Bay of Fundy viewing area less than Granville Ferry trading post. The first cereal crops the Bay of Fundy. See page 17. 10 minutes from the parking lot. About a quarter mile past the in the country were sown at the Enjoy a picnic, hike along the shore, Tidal Power Plant, turn left for Port Habitation, the first European drama Delaps Cove to explore tidal pools, and be on the Royal, Canada’s Oldest Settlement was written and staged in 1606, and lookout for seals and fishing boats. Road and a Fundy Coast adventure. the Order of Good Cheer, the first Hampton On Fridays you can often join a In Granville Ferry you'll discover European social club held in North Follow the rugged coastline of local musical jam session at Young’s many picturesque homes, several of America, was started to help pass the world-famous Bay of Fundy on Cove’s Community Hall at 7 pm. which are now B&Bs and artists’ away the long winter nights. Discover the Shore Road, stretching 20 miles studios. Parking areas offer scenic Canada’s roots, and learn about from Delaps Cove to Hampton. Hampton to Bridgetown vistas of Annapolis Royal across the French colonial life. www.pc.gc.ca Winding along the tide-carved to Annapolis Royal river. Half mile past Granville Ferry Fundy Coast, discover lighthouses, you’ll find North Hills Museum. Drive through Phinney Cove to Port-Royal to cobble beaches, and fishing picturesque Hampton. In Hampton, Victoria Beach wharves. Enjoy artists’ studios, salt turn left off of the Shore Road, North Hills Museum water marine life, photography, Continue on to Victoria Beach, following the signs to Hampton Operated by the Nova Scotia birdwatching, hiking and kayaking. Beach. Before you reach the beach Museum and Annapolis Heritage past a scenic lighthouse and an 18th After passing Litchfield, you’ll century Anglican Church. At low and wharf, a great spot for mackerel Society, North Hills is one of the find Shore Road Seafood in Hillsburn fishing and spectacular sunsets, oldest houses in the province. tide walk the clam flats at Thorne’s before arriving in Parkers Cove. Cove, explore old graveyards and you’ll see the Hampton Lighthouse (c.1764). The small, square, salt-box This is the largest wharf in the area A FAMILY of 28 MUSEUMS enjoy a gorgeous view of the Digby (circa 1911) on your right. Climb house is full of Georgian treasures, and an active lobster fishing district. the tower for a bird’s-eye view of mostly from England. It showcases Gut and Bay of Fundy. You can also Fishermen schedule work around fish off the wharf at Victoria Beach, the bait sheds at the edge of the 1700s and 1800s art, 1714 to 1830 the 30-foot tides as the harbour is protected harbour and the long porcelain, 1700s glassware, plus the terminus for the Pony Express dry a portion of each day. At low from Halifax in the mid 1800s. gravel beach near the wharf. There elegantly crafted oak, walnut and tide, you can walk on the bottom of are two tidal, cobble beaches here mahogany furniture. An Acadian the Bay of Fundy floor and investigate for swimming and beachcombing. aboiteau from the nearby Melanson Port-Royal to inter-tidal marine life. If your visit is Re-cross the North Mountain to Settlement NHS is also on display. Fundy Shore not at low tide, you may see the Valleyview Provincial Park for great fishing fleet unloading their catch, views, picnic tables and washrooms. On your way back toward or do a little fishing of your own. Port-Royal Granville Ferry, turn left onto Continue on to Bridgetown for a visit National Historic Site Hollow Mountain Road. Travel to Dawn Oman’s Art Gallery. Return Continue to Pension Pies and through five miles of woodland over Young’s Cove and to Annapolis on Hwy. 1 for Kayak Melanson Settlement National the North Mountain to reach the Coastal Access Park Annapolis Royal and Action Jax or the Historic Site, one of Canada’s best scenic Bay of Fundy. Turn left to #201 for Tom’s Pizzeria and Tupperville preserved pre-deportation Acadian visit Delaps Cove for camping and Continue east to Young’s Cove School Museum, used 1869-1970. archaeological sites, then on to hiking adventures. Port-Royal NHS. The Habitation is a reconstruction of one of the Delaps Cove first European settlements in North America, founded in 1605 by Sieur Wilderness Trail de Mons and Samuel de Champlain. In addition to a scenic wharf Costumed interpreters bring history and fishing fleet in Delaps Cove,

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