Website: http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca
Experience Cape Breton’s authentic culture and relive the past while overlooking the world renowned Bras d’Or Lake (a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve) from the Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum. Discover all the richness of Scottish Gaelic and Celtic history right here in the heart of Cape Breton. The Highland Village is located on a stunning 43-acre property and offers an unforgettable encounter with nature as well as our true, living Cape Breton tradition. Nova Scotia’s incredible Scottish Gaelic culture comes alive on these hills with costumed staff in full historic dress, an array of farm animals and much more.
Take a tour up the hill and walk through period buildings with historic design, filled with related artifacts. Sit and enjoy a breath-taking view while listening to the annual Highland Village Day concert featuring premium traditional Cape Breton Gaelic music, song and dance. Be sure to visit the gift shop where you can find the finest selection of Cape Breton, Gaelic and East Coast music, Gaelic resources, Highland Village souvenirs, clothing, giftware and local crafts. Perhaps you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on one of the many language and culture workshops offered by the Highland Village throughout the year.
Come and join in the fun and experience the unique presentation of Gaelic culture at the Nova Scotia Highland Village.
Suggested Experiences
Làithean Sona/Happy Days Childrens Living History Program
A living history program for children to get a sense of what life was like for Gaels in days past featuring chores, crafts, games, language, and song. Costumes provided. Ages 8-12 only. Wednesdays, July & August, 10 am to 4 pm. $45 per child. Prepaid reservations required. A Celtic Heart recommended experience.
Na Deugairean/The Teenagers Living History Program for Youth
Partake in this living history program for teens and get a sense of the responsibilities and the lifestyles of young Gaels including chores, crafts, language and song. Costumes provided. Ages 13-17. Every Thursday in July & August, 10 am to 4 pm. $45 per child. Prepaid reservations required. A Celtic Heart recommended experience.
Gabh Pàirt `nar Stòiridh | Put Yourself in our Story – Living History Program for Adults or Families
Put yourself in our story. This two-hour program will allow individuals or whole families to create meaningful memories as they take part in our living history program. Participants will dress in period costume and experience first hand what life was like for our Gaelic ancestors. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. $25.00 per adult, $15.00 per student. From June – August.
Neach-beòthachaidh Fad Làtha | Animator for the Day
This is your chance to become part of our story. This great opportunity will pair you with one of our knowledgeable animators for a full day learning experience. Once registered you will be provided with a character outline to help immerse yourself in the Gaels story. Upon arrival at the Highland Village you will take on the role of that character for the day as you experience first hand what life was like for the Gaels who settled in Nova Scotia. Space is limited. From June – October. Pre-registration is required. $100.00 per person.
Rathad nan Sgeul | Storytelling Tour
Come join us for a special storytelling tour of the Highland Village. This special folklife experience will give you insight into the lives and stories of Nova Scotia Gaels. After, the walk the group will have an opportunity to enjoy some tea and traditional Cape Breton oatcakes A minimum of 6 people is required for this program to take place. From June – October. Reservations required. $25.00 per person. (2:00-4:00 pm)
