Please Note: The Museum will be closed on Wednesday, January 15
from 1:45 PM – 3:30 PM for off-site staff training.
Arts. Culture. Heritage.
What’s Happening at the DesBrisay
Around the Table Dinner Series – Registration Now Open!
Join us on Thursday, January 23rd from 6 PM – 8 PM to share in a FREE meal with members of the vibrant Filipino community. This dinner series aims to foster meaningful connections within our community by celebrating the richness of cultures through shared meals.
New Exhibit: Home Life In Edwardian Bridgewater
Explore artifacts from the DesBrisay Museum collection in our latest exhibition showcasing a series of historical vignettes, presenting life at home from 1901 – 1910.
Step into the past starting on January 9, 2025. The show runs until February 1, 2025.
Ordinary States by ivan beck
Raw, unfiltered, and full of desire, ivan beck uses self-portrait photography, poetry, and philosophy to deconstruct binaries and embrace imperfections in a journey of revolutionary re-creation. On display between January 11, 2025 – February 8, 2025.
Working Boats – In and About a Local Lobster Fishery
Drop in to see Bridgewater Photo Club latest exhibit titled, “Working Boats” by freelance photographer, Ian Proctor. The images here offer a look into Ian’s extensive portfolio, specifically highlighting the small boat Lobster Fishery in and around St. Margaret’s Bay.
What’s Happening at DesBrisay
Plan Your Visit
130 Jubilee Road, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Museum Hours
Tuesday-Saturday 1 p.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.
