Tinsmith Museum and Craft Shop

Record #: COL0261
Last Modified: 25 Nov 2022
Last Full Update: 07 Nov 2017

Comments

Public Bulletin Special events operate only at specific times of the year. Check with the organization for current information about dates of operation!

Location

Located In East Hants
Where To Find Us
Tinsmith Museum
2854 Main St
Shubenacadie, NS
Canada B0N 2H0
Areas Served South Colchester

Contact

Social Media Facebook
Website Tinsmithmuseum.ca
E-Mail info@tinsmithmuseum.ca
Phone 902-758-2013
Contact Museum manager
Mailing Address B0N 2H0
Volunteers Wanted! Museum Manager, Tinsmith Museum; Email: info@tinsmithmuseum.ca
Volunteer Opportunity Story Tellers, Tour Host

Description & Services

Information Build in 1896 the Tinsmith Museum is a step back into history of the business and residence of Watson Smith. 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 with 100% locally made crafts is on site, and parking is available. Bus tours are welcome. Wheelchair accessible.
Hours Wednesday thru Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Dates May 15-September 30

Special Information

Tags Fundy Connect ; Museum ; Recreation Categories