Fort Anne National Historic Site of Canada

Tours

Self-Guided Tours

Discover what makes Fort Anne a unique place to visit. As you stroll along the site from mid-May to mid-October, site interpreters can assist you in your discovery of historical figures and events at Fort Anne. We encourage you to pick up a site map at the Officers' Quarters and explore the site at your own pace. The booklet Capitol, Colony and Bastion:
The story of Fort Anne National Historic Site, Canada’s Oldest National Historic Site  is a great self-guiding resource and is available for purchase at the Officers' Quarters.

To get to know the full scale of the fort, plan to spend a minimum of two hours at the site. Consider spending an entire day if you wish to take advantage of the exhibits, have a leisurely tour of the site’s grounds and visit nearby attractions.

• Travel Back in Time with Tully Telescope

Begin your site-wide quest for the keys by picking up a copy of the family activity booklet at the Officers’ Quarters. This interactive program is designed for families with children from ages 5-13. The self- guided booklet guides the family on an adventure, traveling back in time through a series of on-site activities. Each activity stands alone, allowing families to choose the activities they prefer and the amount of time they wish to spend engaged in the program. The booklet is available for purchase at the Officers' Quarters. 

• Seek and Find

Turn your family’s visit into a treasure hunt by searching for special Fort Anne items. Ask at the Information Centre for a Seek and Find checklist and start crossing things off as you explore the site. Return your checklist for a chance to win a prize!

Guided Tours

• Introduction to Fort-Anne

In the summer, join a guided tour for a 45-60 minute walk into a complex and diverse history. You'll learn about the many people that have made their mark on Fort Anne: the Mi'kmaq, French, Scots, Acadians, British, New England Planters and United Empire Loyalists.

Vauban fortifications will take on a new meaning for you as you walk along the ones here at Fort Anne and discuss the principles behind what you see. The walking tour also gives you a chance to enjoy the wonderful vistas that Fort Anne offers.

These outdoor tours begin just outside the entrance to the Officers' Quarters and are included in the price of admission.

English tours: 10:00 am and 2:30 pm daily (July 2 to August 31)
French tours: 11:00 am and 3:30 pm daily (July 2 to August 31)

Interpreters are available at Fort Anne for spring and fall visits; however, it is advised to phone ahead to arrange a guided tour.

• Candlelight Graveyard Tours

To learn more about the lives and customs of the people who shaped Fort Anne and the region, please join us for this fascinating graveyard tour. A 19th century mourner and candlelight lanterns set the mood for these three times a week in the Fort Anne Garrison graveyard. We’ll also examine some of the stones in one of the oldest English cemeteries in Canada. Tours begin in the parking lot outside the Officers’ Quarters at Fort Anne at 9:30 p.m. Admission is charged.

 


Tours for School Groups

In addition to the exhibits and walking tours, Fort Anne offers programs designed specifically for
school groups. For a description of our programs, please visit our Learning Experiences section.