Arts. Culture. Heritage.
What’s Happening at the DesBrisay

Volunteer Recognition Celebration
Join us for an evening of acknowledgement and appreciation! Thursday, May 1, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at DesBrisay Museum. For more information and to RSVP please e-mail recreation@bridgewater.ca

Summer Job Opportunities
The Town of Bridgewater and DesBrisay Museum have some exciting job opportunities that may be of interest to local youth looking to make an impact in our community while learning lots this summer.

Guest Speaker: Author, Steve Skafte
Join renowned photographer, author, and historian, Steve Skafte, as he shares his adventures along abandoned roads, hiking forgotten highways, and exploring the crumbling history that our ancestors left behind. Steve will be discussing his latest book, “This River Was Once a Road: Abandoned Roads of Nova Scotia.”

Exhibition: The Art of Shades
Visit the museum to view the Bridgewater Photographic Society’s latest exhibition. The Art of Shades is a captivating monochrome photo exhibition that explores the intricate beauty of light, shadow, and contrast. Through stunning black-and-white imagery, it invites viewers to appreciate the depth and emotion found in the simplest of shades. This group show features the…
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.