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Doris Wentzell: A Life of Hooking
Doris Wentzell is being celebrated as a devoted member of the Rug Hooking Guild of Nova Scotia. Come enjoy the pieces that she created and experience her love of her farm animals and nature. Exhibit runs from October 7th until December 16th. Reception October 21st, 6PM – 8 PM. Hook-in November 4th, 2 PM –…
Full Circle: Susan Feindel
Susan was born in Bridgewater, her father was the first curator of the DesBrisay museum. Her grandfather, W.T.RITCEY “the man behind the Acadia Gas engine”. Susan’s work has since been shown around the world. Representing a voice for the oceans and land. This special tribute to Susan will showcase her work and historical family material…
Call for Poppies!
Our knitting group is busy knitting and crocheting poppies for the second annual display at the cenotaph for Remembrance Day. Last year, there were over 500 poppies included in the display! Get out your needles or hooks, and help us reach our goal of even MORE poppies this year! Accepting poppy donations until October 28th….
“A Few of my Favorite Things” by Sheila McKeand – BPC Exhibit
“A Few Of My Favorite Things” by Sheila McKeand consists of photos capturing, some wildlife, some flowers and some landscapes, her favorite things. The majority of the photos were taken in Nova Scotia, with a couple from Alberta and Bermuda added in, to show the beauty of the country where she has spent the majority…
Permanent Galleries
First Nations Gallery
Our First Nations Gallery was developed in partnership with the Native Council of Nova Scotia, Zone 5. The DesBrisay Museum is situated in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. Visit us to learn and reflect on the rich history and culture of the Mi’kmaq.
Shipbuilding
The Museum is proud to host a collection of hand-made ship miniatures, as well as the history behind its ship builders and the real-life equivalent’s history and use.
Folk Art
Lunenburg County is well known for its folk artists. The DesBrisay Museum’s Folk Art collection is one of the largest and most diverse in all of Nova Scotia. Our collection of Lunenburg County Folk Art features artworks with an array of styles, cultural influences, and historical contexts.
Judge’s Gallery
The DesBrisay Museum is named after Judge Mather Byles DesBrisay (pronounced Dez-Brah-Zay). He loved to collect historical and scientific curiosities. By 1880, his collection had become quite well known, and was attracting hundreds of citizens, students, and tourists. Visit our permanent gallery to explore his wide collection of artifacts.
Past Exhibits
Earth & Sky
Creative Connections
School Art Show
Women’s History Exhibit & Letter Opening Event
Doris Wentzell: A Life of Hooking
Full Circle: Susan Feindel
Research Center Drop-In Hours
