Recreation. Arts. Culture. Heritage.
What’s Happening at the DesBrisay
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Lest We Forget: An Evening of Remembrance at the DesBrisay Museum
Join us on Monday, November 9th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a very special Remembrance Day presentation, hosted in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24. We are honoured to have Dan Hennessey, President of Branch 24 present a deeply moving video presentation titled, Time to Remember, featuring 18 interviews with Bridgewater…
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October’s Curiosity Kit!
Celebrate Wikewiku’s (the Animal Fattening Moon) Discover Mi’kmaw lunar calendar. This month’s kit explores Wikewiku’s (pronounced wee-kay-we-goo-s)—a name that translates to the “Animal Fattening Moon.” In Mi’kmaw culture, each moon serves as a guide for survival connected directly to the land. During this specific time of the year, the moon tells a vital story of…
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Mentioning The Unmentionables
We are thrilled to welcome a fascinating new travelling exhibition to the DesBrisay Museum: Mentioning the Unmentionables The history of fashion is about much more than just outer layers. On loan from the Yarmouth County Museum, this unique exhibit pulls back the layers on three centuries of historic undergarments, diving into the myths, realities, and…
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The Town Photographer Exhibit
Missed the screenings? Don’t worry! The month-long exhibit featuring Frank Garber’s historic photographs, authentic props from the documentary, and artifacts is open now and will be on display at the museum for the entire month of October. The Town Photographer’ is a feature length documentary by Nova Scotia filmmaker Todd Langille, spotlighting the life and…
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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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Museum Curriculum Information by Grade
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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.
