Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site of Canada
Guided Tours
There are guided tours available of the Tower (Interpreter availability permitting). There are four levels to explore, depicting three distinct eras of the Tower's history.
A Guided Tour © Parks Canada/Brian Townsend, 2002
On the bottom floor, visitors will discover loopholes and a gunpowder magazine, restored to its appearance circa 1845. The second floor represents the barracks room as it would have looked in 1866. The upper 2 floors, or superstructure reveal the Tower's role as an observation and fire command post during World War II.
Programmes
Tower Hour
A Tower Hour activity © Parks Canada/Brian Townsend, 2002
Carleton Martello Tower is recruiting! Tower Hour is a weekly programme held in July and August. Kids between the ages of 8 and 11 explore the Tower and its history through games, crafts, art, and other fun activities. Registration is required. Please contact the site to register your child, or to get more information.
© Parks Canada/M Stephens, 2008
Enemies of the King beware... Saint John Privateers are here!
Look what we made at Saint John Privateers© Parks Canada/C Reardon, 2008
During the War of 1812, lawful pirates known as privateers scoured the Bay of Fundy for enemy ships. Join us for "Saint John Privateers" and see if your family has what it takes to be part of the crew!
Discover how to tell a privateer apart from a pirate; Learn the ins and outs of naval artillery; Craft your own ship's flag, then set out on a privateer hunt and flaunt your skills!
This one hour program happens every Sunday in July and August (available in French at 1 pm and in English at 2:30 pm). Regular admission applies. Spaces are limited so please contact us at 506-636-4011 to sign up or to learn more. This activity is appropriate for families with children ages six to eleven.