2013 Special Events at Fort Anne and Port-Royal National Historic Sites
July 1 - Canada Day Celebrations Free!
July 14 - Mi’kmaq Heritage Day
August 2-4 - Encampment Days
August 18 - Construction Traditions at Port-Royal
September 1 - Mi’kmaq Heritage Day
July
July 1 12:00 pm-3:00 pm
Canada Day Celebrations
Free!
Fort Anne National Historic Site
Join in the singing of “O Canada” at the flag
raising ceremony, walk in the procession from Town Hall to the grounds at Fort Anne, eat a slice of Canada Day cake, play a game of croquet,
listen to musical entertainment and take part in children’s activities.
July 14 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Mi’kmaq Heritage Day
Port-Royal National Historic Site
Come and experience Mi’kmaw traditions, history, drumming, song and lifestyle. Sing a Mi’kmaw song, participate in a game of ‘waltes’ and be certain to visit the wigwam.
August
August 2-4
Encampment Days
Fort Anne National Historic Site
Step back in time to the early 18th century and experience what life would have been like for the soldiers and their families during this time with the 84th Regiment of Foot military reenactors. Take in the many stories and hear the crack of a rifle and the smell of black powder from firing demonstrations. Fun and learning for the whole family!
August 18 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Construction Traditions at Port-Royal
Port-Royal National Historic Site
The Port-Royal Habitation was Parks Canada’s first major reconstruction and was a milestone in the preservation movement in Canada. Learn first-hand from craftsmen who will share their knowledge of the techniques and materials used in this heritage reconstruction.
September
September
1 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Mi’kmaq Heritage Day
Port-Royal National Historic Site
Come and experience Mi’kmaw traditions, history, drumming, song and lifestyle. Sing a Mi’kmaw song, participate in a game of ‘waltes’ and be certain to visit the wigwam.
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