Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic

Enjoy admission to the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, located in a former fish-processing plant on the waterfront of the UNESCO World Heritage seaport of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, home of the Bluenose II.

Included in your voyage
  • Admission is included to the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic.
  • Learn about the rich history of Canada’s North Atlantic fishing industry.
  • Explore the on-site aquarium, theater, and exhibits.
  • See vessels, including the Cape Sable side trawler. Admire Theresa E. Connor, Canada’s oldest salt bank schooner.

  • Difficulty level

    Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed

  • Duration

    6 hrs

  • Max. passengers

    239

  • Booking Code

    INCL-LUN1

The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic celebrates the rich history of Canada’s North Atlantic fishing industry. Located in a former fish-processing plant on the waterfront of the UNESCO World Heritage seaport of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, the Museum began aboard the schooner Theresa E. Connor in 1967. Since that time, it has grown to include a large complex of historic buildings, with an aquarium, theater, exhibits, and additional vessels, including the Cape Sable side trawler. Theresa E. Connor, Canada’s oldest salt bank schooner, continues as the flagship of the museum.

Enjoy thrilling activities, a fascinating aquarium, a fishing schooner and trawler, boats, films, and exhibits! Visitors can listen to tall tales with old salts, have a delightful meal, shop, and experience the best of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic is proud to be the home of Bluenose II.

Visiting the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic is a fun activity for everyone. Plan to spend time browsing our exhibits and aquarium or exploring the decks and passageways of real ships at dockside. Please note that our wharf and vessel areas have rather uneven walking surfaces. We recommend wearing comfortable footwear.

Practical information:

  • Language: English.

  • Walking information: 0.6 miles to reach the museum along a flat, wooden boardwalk/pavement.

  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes, the museum is fully accessible, including an elevator to reach the upper floors.