Albert County Museum facts for kids
The Albert County Museum is a fascinating place located in Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick. It's a museum that helps visitors learn about the history of Albert County. The museum is made up of eight original buildings spread across a six-acre area. Inside these buildings, you can explore twenty-two different themed galleries.
The museum is owned and managed by the Albert County Historical Society Incorporated. This society is a registered Canadian Charity, which means it's a non-profit group dedicated to preserving history.
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Exploring the Albert County Museum
The museum complex shows what the "Shiretown" (or capital) of Albert County used to be like. Many of the buildings are very old.
Historic Buildings and Their Stories
Some of the buildings date back to 1845. This was when Albert County was first created.
- The County Tax Office
- The County Records Office
- The County Gaol (an old jail)
These buildings give you a glimpse into how things were run long ago. The County Court House on the site was built in 1904. It replaced an earlier courthouse that was destroyed in a fire.
Remembering Prime Minister R.B. Bennett
The museum also has a special section called the Prime Minister R.B. Bennett Commemorative Centre. This center opened in 2010. It celebrates the life of R. B. Bennett, who was a Canadian Prime Minister. He grew up right in the Hopewell Cape community. You can learn about his life and his time leading Canada.
External links
- Albert County Museum
See also
In Spanish: Museo Albert County para niños
