Arts. Culture. Heritage.
What’s Happening at the DesBrisay
AROUND THE TABLE DINNER
Join us on Thursday, May 22 from 6 PM – 8 PM to share in a FREE meal with members of the vibrant Pakistani community. This dinner series aims to foster meaningful connections within our community by celebrating the richness of cultures through shared meals. The event is hosted at the DesBrisay Museum in partnership…
Traditional Acoustic Music Jam
Bring your acoustic instrument for a jam session at the museum! Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
South Shore School Art Show
The Annual South Shore School Art Show is back! This exhibit features the artwork of elementary students across the South Shore. Show runs from April 26 – June 7, 2025. Opening Reception takes place on Thursday, May 8 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
Lobster Chowder Luncheon
Join us on Saturday, May 24, 2025, for the 2nd Annual Lobster Luncheon hosted by the Friends of DesBrisay Museum Society.
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.
