Acadian Museum
Musée Acadien
Welcome
Since April 1, 1996, the Acadian Museum has been one of the seven sites of the Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation, the province’s museum network. The Museum and Heritage Foundation of Prince Edward Island operates seven provincial museums and heritage sites, providing Islanders and visitors with the opportunity to discover our Island’s heritage and culture.
Its purpose is to “study, collect, preserve, interpret and protect the human and natural heritage of Prince Edward Island for the use, benefit and enjoyment of the people of the province.”
When night falls, the Acadian Museum comes alive... Step into an immersive tour where stories, characters and surprises awaken within its memory-filled walls.
A unique evening of mystery and discovery.
30-minutes experiences starting every half-hour from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
$7 for adults, $5 for students 9 to 17 years of age.
Not recommended for children under 9.
This event is in French only for this year. We hope to have bilingual spirits to haunt us next year!
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For more information or to reserve, visit La Belle-Alliance's website: https://www.belle-alliance.ca/event-details/nuit-au-musee-acadien-2025-10-24-18-30
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Upcoming events!
October 24: Night at the Museum! Visits every 30 minutes. Come listen to stories and legends and a dimly-lit atmosphere. In partnership with La Belle-Alliance as part of their Pumpkin Festival. Activity is in French. More details to come.
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November 2: Talk on traditional wedding meals (in English). An activity organized by the Sister Antoinette DesRoches Historical Committee.
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November 16: Talk on Island nuns (in French). An activity organized by the Sister Antoinette DesRoches Historical Committee.
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End of November: (Date to be confirmed) Launch of La Voix acadienne's 50th anniversary exhibition.
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December 13: Ceremony commemorating Acadian Remembrance Day to be held at Skmaqn - Port-la-Joye - Fort Amherst National Historic Site. A partnership with Parks Canada, SAF'Île. Fédération culturelle, Department of Education and Georges Arsenault. More details to come.
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If you have suggestions for activities, please contact us at museeacadien@gmail.com or 902-432-2880.
Business Hours
July and August :
Every day
10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
September to June:
Tuesday to Friday
10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sundays
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For the period from September to June, we ask that you call ahead or check our Facebook page since we may be closed for private events.
Prices
Entrance fees to the Acadian Museum
of Prince Edward Island:
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Adult: $ 8 + tax
Senior: $ 6 + tax
Student: $ 6 + tax
Family: $ 20 + tax
Group of adults: $ 5 + tax / person
Prince Edward Island Museum & Heritage Foundation passport to all 7 sites: