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Watson Smith & Sons Tinsmith Shop and Hardware Store Museum

2854 Main St, Shubenacadie, NS
Shubenacadie, Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley
Museums
Phone: 902-758-2013
Fax: 902-758-2387
Email: tinshopmuseum@hotmail.com

Watson Smith & Sons Tinsmith Shop and Hardware Store Museum is located in Shubenacadie in the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley region. In the early 1890s, the property served as a milk can fabrication facility and hardware store. The museum features a tin shop (c 1896), hardware store museum (c 1905–1970), as well as a military display in honour of the veterans who served our country. The museum houses a milk can production display; furnished rooms and clothing from 100 years ago; household goods and farm tools. A gift shop is on site and parking is available. Bus tours are welcome.

Admission: Admission $2.

Open May 15 – September 15

Wheelchair accessible.Museum.

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Facilities/Services

  • No smoking
  • Gift shop
  • Parking
  • Picnic area

     

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