Fredericton Region Museum

Fredericton Region Museum The Fredericton Region Museum (formerly the York Sunbury Museum) is a not-for-profit history museum
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The Fredericton Region Museum (formerly the York Sunbury Museum) is operated by the York Sunbury Historical Society. The Society was founded in 1932 and has members from all over North America. In 1959, the Museum found permanent headquarters in the Officers' Quarters (571 Queen Street) in the heart of downtown Fredericton's Historic Garrison district. The Society and Museum remain a non-profit en

terprise with a small paid staff and numerous volunteers. They work tirelessly to create informative exhibits based on the history of Fredericton and surrounding areas, organize programs and events as well as publish a local history periodical The Officers' Quarters. The Fredericton Region Museum is the home of the world famous Coleman Frog and has 12 permanent and temporary exhibits including First Nations, Acadian, Loyalist, Black Heritage, First World War, Second World War (Carleton and York Regiment). The Fredericton Region Museum is a gateway into the exciting history and diverse heritage of central New Brunswick. Because central New Brunswick is where the provincial capital is located, and it served as a meeting place for First Nations, Loyalists, Acadian, and other European settlers, the Fredericton Region Museum is an excellent place to start. With over 4,000 square feet of exhibit space and a collection of over 30,000 artefacts and archival documents, the museum is a fun and exciting way to look into our past.

Come visit us at the second Garrison Night Market of 2026, today, June 18th! Each Thursday, we focus on a specific theme...
06/18/2026

Come visit us at the second Garrison Night Market of 2026, today, June 18th! Each Thursday, we focus on a specific theme relating to Fredericton’s history. This week, our table explores Suitcase Stories of immigration and multiculturalism in Canada. We’ll also be offering a new Museum Quest. The first 30 people to complete the Quest will receive a free commemorative cap badge pin. Museum admission is required to participate in the Quest (half price after 5pm!) We hope to see you at the Garrison Night Market tonight, starting at 4:30pm!

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Venez nous rendre visite au deuxième marché de soirée de garnison de 2026, aujourd’hui, le 18 juin! Chaque jeudi, nous concentrons sur un thème spécifique lié à l’histoire de Fredericton. Cette semaine, notre table explore l’immigration, le multiculturalisme et les Histoires de Valises. Nous offrons également une nouvelle quête du musée. Les 30 premières personnes à compléter la quête recevront une épinglette de badge commémorative gratuite. L’entrée au Musée est obligatoire pour participer à la quête (moitié prix après 17h!) Nous espérons vous voir au marché de soirée de la garnison ce soir, dès 16h30!

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Carl Jones began his career at the Chestnut Canoe Company as a snowshoe maker. Over the years, he worked on many aspects...
06/16/2026

Carl Jones began his career at the Chestnut Canoe Company as a snowshoe maker. Over the years, he worked on many aspects of the company's products before eventually specializing in canoe construction. When the factory ceased operations in 1979, Carl purchased a number of the original forms and established his own company, Cedarwood Canoes. For the next 20 years, Carl and his son, Steven, continued producing a variety of canoes in the Chestnut tradition, operating in both Nashwaaksis and Lower Queensbury.

Included in our new exhibition, Paddling through Time: Honouring Fredericton's Chestnut Canoe – Voyager à travers le temps : Hommage au canot Chestnut de Fredericton, are Carl Jones's original Chestnut snowshoes, as well as a selection of paddles that reflect his enduring connection to this important local craft.

Join us on June 28 at 2:00 p.m. for the official opening. Everyone is welcome!

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Carl Jones a commencé sa carrière chez la Compagnie Chestnut Canoe comme fabricant de raquettes à neige. Au fil des années, il a travaillé sur de nombreux aspects des produits du compagnie, avant de se spécialiser dans la construction de canoës. Lorsque l’usine a cessé ses opérations en 1979, Carl a acheté un nombre des formes originales et a créé sa propre entreprise, Cedarwood Canoes. Pour les 20 années suivantes, Carl et son fils, Steven, ont continué à produire une variété de canoës dans la tradition Chestnut, opérant tant dans Nashwaaksis et à Lower Queensbury.

Dans notre nouvelle exposition, Pagayer à travers le temps : Hommage au canot Chestnut de Fredericton, se trouvent les raquettes à neige originales Chestnut de Carl Jones, ainsi qu’une sélection de pagaies qui reflètent son lien durable avec cet artisanat local important.

Rejoignez-nous le 28 juin à 14h pour l’ouverture officielle. Tout le monde est le bienvenu!

Fredericton - Recreation & Culture, Fredericton Capital Region Tourism, Fredericton Area Paddling Club

06/13/2026

Opening on June 28! "Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton's Chestnut Canoe Company - Voyager à travers le temps: Hommage au canot Chestnut de Fredericton." Come see our magnificent 18-foot Chestnut Cruiser Canoe!

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Ouvrant le 28 juin! "Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton's Chestnut Canoe Company - Voyager à travers le temps: Hommage au canot Chestnut de Fredericton." Venez voir notre canot Chestnut Cruiser magnifique de 18 pieds!

Fredericton Capital Region Tourism Historic Garrison District

Opening June 28! “Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton’s Chestnut Canoe - Voyager à travers le temps : Hommage ...
06/13/2026

Opening June 28! “Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton’s Chestnut Canoe - Voyager à travers le temps : Hommage au canot Chestnut de Fredericton.” Everyone welcome! More information can be found here: https://www.frederictonregionmuseum.com/2026/06/13/celebrating-frederictons-chestnut-canoe/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSaDMhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF0cXlnZmxOS2dUeFdTRDM2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHscERUK7qoFWszGFwzQ2HU1BDpdx8nwkh1jtyBkFIS6orINjhlUEnvzbGEI0_aem_1vNKdK_GKQqGZhU4BsmG0A
Historic Garrison District, Fredericton Capital Region Tourism, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce, Fredericton North Heritage, Association Heritage NB/Association Patrimoine N-B, Fredericton - Recreation & Culture.

Step into history every Thursday from June 11 to September 3! 📜 The Fredericton Region Museum is open with extended hour...
06/10/2026

Step into history every Thursday from June 11 to September 3! 📜 The Fredericton Region Museum is open with extended hours and half-price admission from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. during Garrison Night Market evenings 🌙 Be sure to stop by the Museum, and our table at the Night Market each Thursday, with a new exciting educational theme every week!

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Plongez dans l'histoire chaque jeudi du 11 juin au 3 septembre ! 📜 Le Musée de la Région de Fredericton est ouvert avec des horaires prolongés et des frais d'entrée à moitié prix, de 17h à 19h pendant les soirées du Marché de Soirée de la Garnison 🌙 Assurez-vous de vous arrêter au Musée, et à notre table au marché chaque Jeudi, avec un nouveau thème éducatif excitant chaque semaine!

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Come visit us at the first Garrison Night Market of 2026 on June 11th! Each week we’ll be focusing on a specific theme r...
06/08/2026

Come visit us at the first Garrison Night Market of 2026 on June 11th! Each week we’ll be focusing on a specific theme relating to Fredericton’s history. This Thursday, our table is looking back on the South African War, The Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR), and their birthplace in Fredericton’s Historic Garrison District. The South African War was the first international deployment of The Royal Canadian Regiment, and they are remembered for their heroic role in the 1900 Battle of Paardeberg Drift. Come learn more about this unique part of Fredericton’s heritage! At our table we’ll be offering a Museum Quest. Your mission, should you wish to accept it… is to complete our challenge, and the first 100 people will receive a free commemorative cap badge pin. Museum admission is required to participate in the Quest (half price after 5pm). We hope to see you at our Garrison Night Market table!
For more information on The Royal Canadian Regiment and their connection to Fredericton’s Historic Garrison District, please visit: https://www.frederictonregionmuseum.com/2024/08/11/pro-patria/

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Venez nous rendre visite au premier marché en soirée de la garnison 2026 le 11 juin! Chaque semaine, nous nous concentrons sur un thème particulier lié à l’histoire de Fredericton. Ce jeudi, notre table se penche sur la guerre d’Afrique du Sud, Le Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR) et leur lieu de naissance dans le district historique de garnison de Fredericton. La guerre d’Afrique du Sud a été le premier déploiement international du Royal Canadian Regiment, et ils sont connus pour leur rôle héroïque dans la bataille de Paardeberg Drift en 1900. Venez en apprendre plus sur cette partie unique du patrimoine de Fredericton! À notre table, nous offrirons une quête muséale. Votre mission, si vous souhaitez l’accepter... est de relever notre défi, et les 100 premières personnes recevront gratuitement une écusson de casquette commémoratif . L’entrée au Musée est obligatoire pour participer à la quête (moitié prix après 17h). Nous espérons vous voir à notre table du marché en soirée de la garnison !
Pour plus d’informations sur le Royal Canadian Regiment et son lien avec le district de la garnison historique de Fredericton, veuillez consulter : https://www.frederictonregionmuseum.com/2024/08/11/pro-patria/

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Come for the stories, stay for the lunch – limited-time offer! Explore the museum and enjoy a delicious lunch on our bal...
06/08/2026

Come for the stories, stay for the lunch – limited-time offer! Explore the museum and enjoy a delicious lunch on our balcony, featuring the best view in the city. Lunch is provided in partnership with The Squeeze and will be available June through August. All for just $20 to $25, with museum admission included in the package!

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Venez pour les histoires, restez pour le déjeuner – offre à durée limitée! Découvrez le musée et savourez un délicieux déjeuner sur notre balcon, avec la plus belle vue sur la ville. Le déjeuner est offert en partenariat avec The Squeeze et sera disponible tout au long des mois de juillet et août. Le tout pour seulement 20 à 25 $, avec l’entrée au musée incluse dans le forfait!

Historic Garrison District Fredericton Capital Region Tourism The Squeeze

We're busy behind the scenes preparing new exhibitions for the summer season! Our tribute to Dr Joanne Mcleod (The Wheel...
06/03/2026

We're busy behind the scenes preparing new exhibitions for the summer season! Our tribute to Dr Joanne Mcleod (The Wheelchair Warrior) was installed yesterday. Thank you to Kiers Marketing for a fantastic panel design! The official opening of "Wheelchair Warrior: Joanne (McArthur) McLeod (1939-2025" opens on June 28! Be sure to join us that day! Inclusion NB NB Human Rights Commission / Commission des droits de la personne du N.-B. Historic Garrison District Fredericton Capital Region Tourism

The summer exhibition “Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton’s Chestnut Canoe” opens to the public on June 28th a...
06/02/2026

The summer exhibition “Paddling Through Time: Honouring Fredericton’s Chestnut Canoe” opens to the public on June 28th at the Fredericton Region Museum! For the first time ever, the public can view a historic, 18-foot Chestnut Cruiser Canoe, unveiled after 28 years in private storage. Perfect for historians, paddlers, and families alike, this exhibition strengthens our community's bond to the portage routes and waterways that once served as the "highway" of New Brunswick.

Don't miss this unforgettable tribute to local craftsmanship and heritage – join the Fredericton Region Museum on June 28 to experience "Paddling through Time" firsthand! Special Chestnut Canoe Company souvenirs will also be available for purchase at the museum following the exhibition’s opening.

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L’exposition d’été « Voyager à Travers le Temps : Hommage au Canöe Chestnut de Fredericton » ouvre au public le 28 juin au Musée de la Région de Fredericton! Pour la toute première fois, le public peut voir un canoë Chestnut Cruiser historique de 18 pieds, dévoilé après 28 ans en entreposage privé. Parfaite pour les historiens, les pagayeurs et les familles, cette exposition renforce le lien de notre communauté avec les routes de portage et les voies navigables qui servaient autrefois comme « autoroutes » du Nouveau-Brunswick.

Ne manquez pas cet hommage inoubliable à l’artisanat et au patrimoine locale – rejoignez la Musée de la région de Fredericton le 28 juin pour vivre l’expérience « Voyager à travers le temps » ! Des souvenirs spéciaux compagnie Chestnut Canoe seront aussi disponibles à l’achat au musée après l’ouverture de l’exposition.

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June is Italian, Pilipino, and Portuguese Heritage Month! The Fredericton Region Museum is honoured to appreciate and ce...
06/01/2026

June is Italian, Pilipino, and Portuguese Heritage Month! The Fredericton Region Museum is honoured to appreciate and celebrate these rich traditions and cultures that have made Fredericton the dynamic city that we are all fortunate to live in. We are grateful for these ongoing contributions that continue to enhance Canadian society.

Felice mese del patrimonio italiano! Feliz mês da herança portuguesa! Maligayang buwan ng pamana ng pilipino!

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Juin est le mois du patrimoine italien, pilipino et portugais ! Le Musée de la région de Fredericton est honoré d’apprécier et de célébrer ces riches traditions et cultures qui ont rendu Fredericton la ville dynamique où nous sommes tous chanceux de vivre. Nous sommes reconnaissants pour ces contributions en cours qui continuent d’améliorer la société canadienne.

Felice mese del patrimonio italiano! Feliz mês da herança portuguesa! Maligayang buwan ng pamana ng pilipino!

Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc.

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571 Queen Street
Fredericton, NB
E3B5C8

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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+15064556041

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