NOTICE: The Museum will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st for Canada Day
Recreation. Arts. Culture. Heritage.
What’s Happening at the DesBrisay
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Book Talk – Outskirts of Ordinary: Stories of Survival from Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia
Come and hear Steve Skafte tell tales from his latest book, the harrowing and heartfelt Outskirts of Ordinary. It’s a collection of stories from locals who overcame the odds to become themselves, evenly mixed with memories from his childhood. Since 2007, he’s shared an uninterrupted daily journal on social media of his discoveries all over…
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Powered By Water: Stories of the Wile Carding Mill
Discover Bridgewater’s industrial roots in a whole new way! Join us at the DesBrisay Museum for our newest interactive exhibit: “Powered by Water: Stories of the Wile Carding Mill.” This isn’t just an exhibit, it is an experience for all of your senses! Come to look, touch, listen, and see why this is such an…
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Acoustic Jam 2026
Drop in and bring your acoustic instrument for a jam session with other musicians. All ages!
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Intimate Dawn by Randy Bullerwell
Bridgewater Photo Society presents a solo exhibition by Randy Bullerwell. Randy has found that ‘mindful’ photography, (being present in the moment), has offered opportunities to appreciate the wonders of nature – especially during the thirty minutes of dawn light before the sun rises. This exhibit runs March 3, 2026 until May 30, 2026.
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Museum Curriculum Information by Grade
https://desbrisaymuseum.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Museum-Curriculum-info-by-Grade.docx
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Plan Your Visit
130 Jubilee Road, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Museum Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Free Admission Year Round
Donations Appreciated
DID YOU KNOW? The Bridgewater Transit bus stops hourly right in front of the DesBrisay Museum?
You can come and go with Bridgewater Transit. Click here to learn how!
Research & Collections
Research Services
Looking for more information on a specific topic? We can help! Learn more about our remote research services.
Research Library
Visit our research library during museum open hours to explore the history of Bridgewater and surrounding area. Contact us to set up an appointment.
Collections
DesBrisay Museum’s artifact collection is available to view and search from wherever you are. Our artifact catalogue, including details on each object, is hosted online by NovaMuse.
Resources
Access historical and photographic records about our community, including family histories, biographies, local architecture and much more. Our searchable indexes are also available to you online.
