Things to see & do in Halifax
Nova Scotian Crystal
Come to the glassworks on the busy Halifax waterfront - join the spellbound crowd watching artisans pull molten crystal from the clay oven and turn them into sparkling creations.
Visit the gift shop to purchase hand-made crystal, originally made by Irish crystal makers who came to Nova Scotia to save the dying craft of artisanal glassblowing.
Come to the glassworks on the busy Halifax waterfront - join the spellbound crowd watching artisans pull molten crystal from the clay oven and turn them into sparkling creations.
Visit the gift shop to purchase hand-made crystal, originally made by Irish crystal makers who came to Nova Scotia to save the dying craft of artisanal glassblowing.
Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design
Visit the Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design to see regional, national and international fine craft exhibitions throughout the year. Artists can create and develop new projects in studios for metal, weaving, wood, ceramic and glass. Courses such as glass bead-making, bookbinding, wood turning, and painting on silk are open to the public.
Visit the Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design to see regional, national and international fine craft exhibitions throughout the year. Artists can create and develop new projects in studios for metal, weaving, wood, ceramic and glass. Courses such as glass bead-making, bookbinding, wood turning, and painting on silk are open to the public.
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada
From the time of its founding in 1749 through the 19th century, Halifax was one of four principal overseas naval stations in the British Empire. To defend Halifax, British military authorities built a series of fortifications in and around this strategic port - a system now known as the Halifax Defence Complex. Today, the Citadel is operated by Parks Canada and is recognized as one of the most important historic sites in Canada. Restored to the mid-Victorian period with a living history program featuring the 78th Highland Regiment, the Royal Artillery, Soldier's Wives and Civilian Tradespersons, a visit to the Citadel is an educational and enjoyable heritage experience. Guided tours, an audio-visual presentation and modern exhibits communicate the historical themes of the Citadel's commemoration as nationally significant in Canadian history.
From the time of its founding in 1749 through the 19th century, Halifax was one of four principal overseas naval stations in the British Empire. To defend Halifax, British military authorities built a series of fortifications in and around this strategic port - a system now known as the Halifax Defence Complex. Today, the Citadel is operated by Parks Canada and is recognized as one of the most important historic sites in Canada. Restored to the mid-Victorian period with a living history program featuring the 78th Highland Regiment, the Royal Artillery, Soldier's Wives and Civilian Tradespersons, a visit to the Citadel is an educational and enjoyable heritage experience. Guided tours, an audio-visual presentation and modern exhibits communicate the historical themes of the Citadel's commemoration as nationally significant in Canadian history.
Events
| Start Date | End Date | Name | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-05-08 | 2012-11-12 | Halifax Public Gardens | Halifax |
| 2012-05-27 | 2012-06-10 | Scotia Festival of Music | Halifax |
| 2012-07-01 | 2012-07-08 | Nova Scotia International Tattoo | Halifax |
| 2012-08-02 | 2012-08-12 | Halifax International Busker Festival | Halifax |
Tourist sites
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| Nova Scotia Museum | Halifax |
| Halifax Farmer's Market | Halifax |
| Maritime Museum of the Atlantic | Halifax |
| Casino Nova Scotia | Halifax |
| Shubenacadie Canal and Waterway | Halifax |
| Nova Scotian Crystal | Halifax |
| Nova Scotia Centre for Craft and Design | Halifax |
| Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada | Halifax |
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