Come out and watch blacksmiths as they demonstrate their skills using 18th century tools and methods at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. From morning to late afternoon blacksmiths from across Nova Scotia will practice their art and may invite you to take part as […]
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0 Read MoreThe Fortress of Louisbourg Association and Parks Canada present Connecting Threads, a day-long event dedicated to women’s domestic arts. Connecting Threads offers four workshops, each one highlighting a traditional domestic craft that women of 18th century Louisbourg were skilled in.
0 Read MoreFriday night in the French Fortress town of Louisbourg, in the middle of the 18th century. Music and laughter spill out onto the streets as villagers gather at pubs and restaurants. Conversation mingles with music over a delicious meal while lively tunes draw the dancers to […]
0 Read MoreThe Great Louisbourg Sleepover and The Feast of St. Louis. We are inviting people to come and enjoy a unique evening at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. Guest will be camping on site, in the area of the King’s Bastion, for a special Great […]
0 Read MoreCome visit Parka at Kennington Cove Beach this Parks Day! This is the perfect opportunity to learn about the history of Wolfe’s Landing National Historic Site and the second siege of the fortress, all while spending some quality time at this beautiful beach. Relax in the […]
0 Read MoreA three-day festival with an encampment! See the streets come alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of 18th-century Louisbourg. Interact with town residents and see how they cook, do lace making, blacksmithing and more. Enjoy demonstrations from Louisbourg Tradesmen, visit our craft vendors, and learn […]
0 Read MoreThe Fortress Louisbourg Association would like to welcome you to Bigot Taverne as part of the annual Roots to Boots Festival at 9:00pm! Experience this unique setting as the sun goes down and you are immersed in the one of a kind atmosphere of the Fortress […]
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