Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic

05/29/2026

Earlier this week, two museum staff members attended the TIANS AGM in Cape Breton, where they celebrated the successes of the past year and shared excitement for what this year will bring!

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

The Sound Academy, who travelled from Ontario, were here at the museum on Monday and gave a free concert in our Grand Gallery! Thank you for the wonderful performance!


Image description: Students performing for a group of guests.

05/27/2026

Our first event is right around the corner!

Join us on Tuesday, June 2, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm for our second annual Ocean Day at FMA as we celebrate our ocean!

Enjoy info booths and hands-on activities from a variety of ocean partners, including Whale Sanctuary Project, Canadian Whale Institute, Ocean Sonics, Coastal Action, Canadian Sea Turtle Network, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada!



Image description: An ocean-themed event poster titled “Ocean Day at FMA,” with the subtitle: “A day filled with fun while learning about the vital importance of our ocean.” Additional event details are provided in the accompanying text above.

05/26/2026

Our Curator of Interpretation, Hilda Russell will be at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic TONIGHT, May 26th for their last Tuesday Night Talk!

The August Gales: 100 Years Later

100 years ago, the fishing port of Lunenburg endured two devasting fishing seasons that claimed the lives of more than 100 fishers. For those left behind the impact was far reaching and generational. Sylvia Mosher (August 10, 1926) and Mahala (August 29, 1927) both perished during the two treacherous fishing seasons.

When: May 26th, 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, 1675 Lower Water St, Halifax

05/25/2026

We're so excited to share that for the first time in 8 years, our side trawler Cape Sable will have its upper decks open to visitors this year!

Come aboard Cape Sable and learn all about the history of side trawling. Access aboard is included with museum admission!

05/23/2026

WE’RE OPEN!!!!!

The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic is OFFICIALLY open for the 2026 season! Visit us daily from 9:30am to 5:00pm!

We can’t wait to see you all!

05/22/2026

We open TOMORROW!!!!!!

The season is about to begin! Starting tomorrow we will be open daily from 9:30am-5:00pm!

We can't wait to see you this summer!

05/21/2026

This week's Nova Scotia’s Halftime 50-50 Draw is next Tuesday!

When you buy a ticket, you're supporting heritage organizations that provide educational programs, student employment, community events, outdoor spaces, and so much more!

If you take part, you can choose to support the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic by selecting us from the drop-down menu.

Get your tickets here: https://halftime5050.ca/