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List of historic places in Halifax, Nova Scotia facts for kids

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Halifax, Nova Scotia, is a city with a rich past, and you can see its history in many old buildings and special places. These are called historic places because they tell important stories about how people lived, worked, and shaped the area over many years. Some of these places are recognized by the local government, some by the province, and others by the Canadian government. This list will help you discover some of these cool spots in Halifax and Dartmouth!

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Exploring Halifax's Historic Places

Halifax and Dartmouth are full of amazing historic sites. Let's take a look at some of the most interesting ones.

Important Buildings and Homes

Admiralty House National Historic Site of Canada

This historic site, also known as the Maritime Command Museum, is located at CFB Stadacona. It's a place where you can learn about Canada's naval history. Imagine all the important decisions made here long ago!

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The Maritime Command Museum, also known as Admiralty House.

Alexander Lawlor House

You can find this charming old house at 38 King Street in Dartmouth. It's a great example of the kind of homes people lived in a long time ago in the area.

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The historic Alexander Lawlor House in Dartmouth.

Alexander James House (Evergreen House)

Also in Dartmouth, at 26 Newcastle Street, is the Alexander James House, often called Evergreen House. This building has seen many years and holds many stories within its walls.

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Evergreen House, a historic home in Dartmouth.

Honourable William Annand House

Located at 1226 Hollis Street in Halifax, this house belonged to William Annand, an important figure in Nova Scotia's history. He was once the Premier of Nova Scotia!

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The Honourable William Annand House in Halifax.

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is found at 1741 Hollis Street in Halifax. This building is not just for art; it's also a historic place itself, showing off beautiful old architecture.

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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia building.

Dominion Public Building

At 1713 Bedford Row in Halifax, you'll find the Dominion Public Building. This grand building was once a key government office, playing a big role in the city's past.

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The Dominion Public Building in Halifax.

Caldwell House

The Caldwell House, at 1714 Robie Street in Halifax, is another example of the city's historic homes. It's a reminder of the families who lived here generations ago.

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Caldwell House, a historic residence.

Cambridge Military Library

The Cambridge Military Library on Sackville Street in Halifax is a special place for military history. It's where officers would study and learn, and it's full of old books and documents.

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The Cambridge Military Library.

Cast Iron Façade / Coomb's Old English Shoe Store National Historic Site of Canada

This unique building at 1883-1885 Granville Street in Halifax stands out with its cool cast-iron front. It's a great example of old-timey store design.

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The Cast Iron Façade on Granville Street.

Christ Church

In Dartmouth, at 50 Wentworth Street, is Christ Church. Old churches like this are often central to a community's history and have beautiful architecture.

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Christ Church in Dartmouth.

Cleverdon Building

The Cleverdon Building, at 1709 Barrington Street in Halifax, is another historic commercial building. Imagine what kind of businesses operated here in the past!

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The Cleverdon Building.

Elledge McElmon House

This house at 52 King Street in Dartmouth is a well-preserved historic home. It helps us understand what life was like in Dartmouth many years ago.

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The Elledge McElmon House.

Government House National Historic Site of Canada

The official residence of Nova Scotia's Lieutenant Governor, Government House, is at 1451 Barrington Street in Halifax. It's a very important building where many official events happen.

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Government House in Halifax.

Grace Hiltz House

At 47 Wentworth Street in Dartmouth, the Grace Hiltz House is a lovely historic home. It's part of the charming old streetscape of Dartmouth.

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The Grace Hiltz House.

Greenvale School

The Greenvale School, at 130 Ochterloney Street in Dartmouth, was once a place where many children learned. It's a reminder of how education has changed over time.

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The historic Greenvale School.

Halifax Court House National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Court House at 5250 Spring Garden Road is a grand building where laws have been made and justice served for many years. It's a key part of Halifax's legal history.

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The Halifax Court House.

Henry House

Henry House, at 1222 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a beautiful old building with a lot of character. It's a popular spot and a great example of historic architecture.

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Henry House in Halifax.

Henry Elliot House

Located at 99 Ochterloney Street in Dartmouth, the Henry Elliot House is another historic home that adds to the city's charm.

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The Henry Elliot House.

James Austin House

The James Austin House at 287 Portland Street in Dartmouth is a historic building that shows the style of homes from a past era.

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The James Austin House.

James McKenzie House

At 5675 North Street in Halifax, the James McKenzie House is a historic residence that has stood the test of time.

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The James McKenzie House.

James Orman House

The James Orman House, at 34 King Street in Dartmouth, is a historic building that helps tell the story of the community's development.

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The James Orman House.

James Simmonds House

At 51-53 Pleasant Street in Dartmouth, the James Simmonds House is another example of the historic homes that make up the city's heritage.

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The James Simmonds House.

Joseph Howe Austen House

This house at 37 Pleasant Street in Dartmouth is a historic landmark. It's named after Joseph Howe, a very important person in Nova Scotia's history.

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The Joseph Howe Austen House.

Mary Queen of Scots House

The Mary Queen of Scots House, at 1266 Queen Street in Halifax, is a historic building with an interesting name. It adds to the unique character of the city.

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The Mary Queen of Scots House.

Moirs Ltd. Power House

In Bedford, at 926 Bedford Highway, you'll find the Moirs Ltd. Power House. This building was part of a chocolate factory, and it powered the making of many sweet treats!

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The Moirs Ltd. Power House.

Mystery House

The Mystery House at 95 King Street in Dartmouth has a fun name! It's a historic building that adds to the charm of the area.

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The Mystery House.

Owl Drug Store

At 71 Portland Street in Dartmouth, the Owl Drug Store is a historic commercial building. Imagine what kind of medicines and goods were sold here long ago.

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The Owl Drug Store.

Quaker House

The Quaker House, at 57-59 Ochterloney Street in Dartmouth, is a very old and important building. It was built by Quaker whalers, who were early settlers in the area.

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The Quaker House in Dartmouth.

Robert Innes House

At 7 Newcastle Street in Dartmouth, the Robert Innes House is a historic home that reflects the architectural styles of the past.

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The Robert Innes House.

Samuel Greenwood House

The Samuel Greenwood House, at 63 King Street in Dartmouth, is another historic residence that helps preserve the look and feel of old Dartmouth.

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The Samuel Greenwood House.

Scott Manor House

In Bedford, at 15 Fort Sackville Road, is the Scott Manor House. This is one of the oldest houses in the area and has a rich history, dating back to the early days of settlement.

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The historic Scott Manor House.

Thorndean

Thorndean, at 5680 Inglis Street in Halifax, is a beautiful historic home. It's a great example of the grand houses built in Halifax many years ago.

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Thorndean, a historic home in Halifax.

Thomas Boggs-Lawrence Hartshorne House

At 53 Ochterloney Street in Dartmouth, this house is a historic landmark. It's a great example of the architecture from its time.

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The Thomas Boggs-Lawrence Hartshorne House.

Thurso House

The Thurso House, at 289 Portland Street in Dartmouth, is another historic building that adds to the character of the city.

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Thurso House.

Victoria Road United Baptist Church

This church, at 36 Victoria Road in Dartmouth, is a historic place of worship. Churches often play a big role in the history of a community.

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The Victoria Road United Baptist Church.

Wellington House

Wellington House, also known as Building S12, is located on Barrington Street at CFB Halifax. It's a historic military building.

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Wellington Barracks Stadacona, also known as Wellington House.

William Walker House

At 119 Prince Albert Road in Dartmouth, the William Walker House is a historic home that contributes to the area's heritage.

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The William Walker House.

Charles A. Robson House

The Charles A. Robson House, at 64 Queen Street in Dartmouth, is a historic building that shows the architectural styles of the past.

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The Charles A. Robson House.

James-Robson House

At 62 Queen Street in Dartmouth, the James-Robson House is another historic home that helps tell the story of the community.

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The James-Robson House.

Wesley Forbes House

The Wesley Forbes House, at 41 Pleasant Street in Dartmouth, is a historic residence that adds to the charm of the city.

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The Wesley Forbes House.

Oakwood House

At 88A Crichton Avenue in Dartmouth, the Oakwood House is a historic building with a unique design.

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Oakwood House.

Local Council of Women of Halifax House

This house, at 989 Young Avenue in Halifax, is a historic site linked to the important work of women in the community.

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The Local Council of Women of Halifax House.

Bengal Lancers Property

The Bengal Lancers Property, at 1690 Bell Road in Halifax, is a historic site related to military history and horse riding.

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The Bengal Lancers Property.

James Rose House

At 6201 Shirley Street in Halifax, the James Rose House is a historic home that shows the architectural styles of its time.

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The James Rose House.

Oakland Lodge

Oakland Lodge, at 1124 Robie Street in Halifax, is a historic building with a grand appearance. It's a beautiful example of old Halifax architecture.

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Oakland Lodge.

Senator William Dennis House

This house, located at 1731 Rosebank Avenue and 6503 Jubilee Road in Halifax, belonged to Senator William Dennis, an important person in Canadian politics.

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The Senator William Dennis House.

The Bower

The Bower, at 5918 Rogers Drive in Halifax, is a historic property with a unique name. It's a reminder of the city's past residents.

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The Bower.

Universalist Unitarian Church of Halifax

This church, at 5500 Inglis Street in Halifax, is a historic place of worship with a long history in the community.

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The Universalist Unitarian Church of Halifax.

Wright Building

The Wright Building, at 1672-74 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic commercial building that has seen many changes over the years.

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The Wright Building.

George Wright House

At 989 Young Avenue in Halifax, the George Wright House is a historic residence that adds to the city's rich architectural heritage.

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The George Wright House.

Fernwood National Historic Site of Canada

Fernwood, at 700 Franklyn Street in Halifax, is a historic site that tells a story about the city's past.

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Fernwood National Historic Site.

Fort Massey United Church

The Fort Massey United Church, at 1181 Queen Street in Halifax, is a historic church with a strong connection to the community.

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Fort Massey United Church.

Former City Club

The Former City Club, at 1580 Barrington Street in Halifax, was once a popular gathering place. It's a historic building with a lot of character.

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The Former City Club.

Sievert's Tobacco Building

At 1573 Barrington Street in Halifax, Sievert's Tobacco Building is a historic commercial building that shows how businesses used to look.

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Sievert's Tobacco Building.

Colwell Building

The Colwell Building, at 1673 Barrington Street in Halifax, is another historic commercial building in the city's downtown.

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The Colwell Building.

Shaw Building

At 1855-1859 Hollis Street in Halifax, the Shaw Building is a historic property that adds to the city's old-world charm.

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The Shaw Building.

Former Church of England Institute

The Former Church of England Institute, at 1588 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic building that once served as a community hub.

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The Former Church of England Institute.

Macara-Barnstead Building

At 1796-1798 Granville Street in Halifax, the Macara-Barnstead Building is a historic commercial property.

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The Macara-Barnstead Building.

St. Paul's Church National Historic Site of Canada

St. Paul's Church, at 1747 Argyle Street in Halifax, is the oldest Anglican church in Canada. It's a very important historic and religious site.

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St. Paul's Church.

The Benjamin Wier House

The Benjamin Wier House, at 1459 Hollis Street in Halifax, is a historic home with a unique story.

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The Benjamin Wier House.

Geldert (Old Bowes)

At 5136-5138 Prince Street in Halifax, this building is a historic property known as Geldert or Old Bowes.

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Geldert (Old Bowes) building.

Imperial Oil Building

The Imperial Oil Building, at 1860 Upper Water Street in Halifax, is a historic commercial building that once played a role in the oil industry.

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The Imperial Oil Building.

Old Fire Station

At 1679 Bedford Row in Halifax, the Old Fire Station is a historic building that once housed the city's firefighters.

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The Old Fire Station.

VIA Rail Station

The VIA Rail Station, at 1161 Hollis Street in Halifax, is a historic train station. It's where many people arrived and departed from the city over the years.

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The VIA Rail Station.

Royal Bank Building

At 5509 - 5513 Young Street in Halifax, the Royal Bank Building is a historic financial institution.

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The Royal Bank Building.

The Bank of Nova Scotia

The Bank of Nova Scotia building, at 1709 Hollis Street in Halifax, is a historic bank building with impressive architecture.

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The Bank of Nova Scotia.

Bollard House

At 1597 Dresden Row in Halifax, the Bollard House is a historic residence that adds to the city's charm.

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The Bollard House.

Mitchell House

The Mitchell House, at 1684 Lower Water Street in Halifax, is a historic building that has been part of the waterfront for many years.

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The Mitchell House.

Lenoir Building

At 1659-1663 Hollis Street in Halifax, the Lenoir Building is a historic commercial property.

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The Lenoir Building.

Harrington MacDonald-Briggs Building

This building, at 1865 Hollis Street and 1866 Upper Water Street in Halifax, is a historic commercial property.

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The Harrington MacDonald-Briggs Building.

Fishwick & Company Building

At 1861 Hollis Street in Halifax, the Fishwick & Company Building is a historic commercial property.

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The Fishwick & Company Building.

P. Martin Liquors Building

The P. Martin Liquors Building, at 1870 Upper Water Street in Halifax, is a historic commercial building.

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The P. Martin Liquors Building.

Edward Goreham House

At 5170-5172 Bishop Street in Halifax, the Edward Goreham House is a historic residence.

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The Edward Goreham House.

Charles H. Willis House

The Charles H. Willis House, at 5178-5180 Bishop Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The Charles H. Willis House.

William Fraser House

At 5182-5184 Bishop Street in Halifax, the William Fraser House is a historic residence.

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The William Fraser House.

Joseph Seeton House

The Joseph Seeton House, at 1253 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic home with a long past.

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The Joseph Seeton House.

Halliburton House

At 5184 Morris Street in Halifax, the Halliburton House is a historic building that is now an inn.

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Halliburton House.

Lithgow House

The Lithgow House, at 5172 Morris Street in Halifax, is another historic building that is part of the Halliburton House Inn complex.

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The Lithgow House.

Pryor-Binney House

At 5178 Morris Street in Halifax, the Pryor-Binney House is a historic residence.

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The Pryor-Binney House.

People's Bank Building

The People's Bank Building, at 5159 Duke Street in Halifax, is a historic bank building with interesting architecture.

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The People's Bank Building.

Story-Wilson House

At 5270 Morris Street in Halifax, the Story-Wilson House is a historic home.

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The Story-Wilson House.

Halifax Academy

The Halifax Academy, at 1649 Brunswick Street in Halifax, was once an important school. It's a historic building that represents the city's educational past.

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The Halifax Academy building.

Ellen (Allie) Ahern House

At 5308 South Street in Halifax, the Ellen (Allie) Ahern House is a historic residence.

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The Ellen (Allie) Ahern House.

Robertson's Hardware & Warehouse

This building, at 1675 Lower Water Street in Halifax, was once a hardware store and warehouse. It's a historic commercial property.

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Robertson's Hardware & Warehouse.

Alex Mclean House

At 1328-1332 Hollis Street in Halifax, the Alex Mclean House is a historic residence.

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The Alex Mclean House.

National Film Board Building

The National Film Board Building, at 1572 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic building related to Canadian filmmaking.

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The National Film Board Building.

Pacific Building

At 1537 Barrington Street in Halifax, the Pacific Building is a historic commercial property.

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The Pacific Building.

William DeBlois House

The William DeBlois House, at 1346 Hollis Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The William DeBlois House.

St. Mary's Basilica

St. Mary's Basilica, at 5221 Spring Garden Road in Halifax, is a grand and historic church. It's a very important religious landmark.

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St. Mary's Basilica.

Grafton Street Methodist Church

The Grafton Street Methodist Church, at 1544 Grafton Street in Halifax, is a historic church with a long history in the community.

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The Grafton Street Methodist Church.

Morse's Teas

At 1877-79 Hollis Street in Halifax, Morse's Teas is a historic commercial building.

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Morse's Teas building.

Nova Scotia Furnishings

The Nova Scotia Furnishings building, at 1668 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic commercial property.

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Nova Scotia Furnishings building.

G.M. Smith Building

At 1715-19 Barrington Street in Halifax, the G.M. Smith Building is a historic commercial property.

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The G.M. Smith Building.

St. Matthew's Manse

The St. Matthew's Manse, at 1355 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a historic residence associated with St. Matthew's Church.

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St. Matthew's Manse.

W. M. Brown Building

At 1549-51 Barrington Street in Halifax, the W. M. Brown Building is a historic commercial property.

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The W. M. Brown Building.

Black-Binney House National Historic Site of Canada

The Black-Binney House, at 1472 Hollis Street in Halifax, is a very important historic home. It tells a lot about the early history of the city.

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The Black-Binney House.

Keith Hall and Brewery

At 1475 Hollis Street and 1496 Lower Water Street in Halifax, you'll find Keith Hall and Brewery. This is a historic site related to brewing beer, a long-standing industry in Halifax.

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Inside the historic Keith Hall and Brewery.

Halifax City Hall National Historic Site of Canada

Halifax City Hall, at 1841 Argyle Street, is the main government building for Halifax. It's a beautiful and important historic landmark.

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Halifax City Hall.

Granville Block National Historic Site of Canada

The Granville Block, located on Granville, Hollis, and Duke Streets in Halifax, is a collection of historic buildings that show the city's commercial past.

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Part of the Granville Block.

S.S. Acadia National Historic Site of Canada

The S.S. Acadia, docked at 1675 Lower Water Street in Halifax, is a historic ship. It was used for scientific research and is a floating piece of history.

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The S.S. Acadia.

HMCS Sackville National Historic Site of Canada

The HMCS Sackville, at 1655 Lower Water Street in Halifax, is Canada's last remaining corvette from World War II. It's a very important naval heritage site.

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The HMCS Sackville.

Jonathan McCully House National Historic Site of Canada

The Jonathan McCully House, at 2507 Brunswick Street in Halifax, belonged to an important figure in Nova Scotia's history.

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The Jonathan McCully House.

Africville National Historic Site of Canada

Africville, located at Seaview Park in Halifax, is a very important site that tells the story of an African Nova Scotian community that was sadly displaced. It's a place for remembrance and learning.

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The Africville site with the A. Murray MacKay Bridge in the background.

Charles F. Dewolf House

At 2125 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the Charles F. Dewolf House is a historic residence.

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The Charles F. Dewolf House.

Ott-Beamish Cottage

The Ott-Beamish Cottage, at 2229 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The Ott-Beamish Cottage.

David Starr House

At 2415 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the David Starr House is a historic residence.

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The David Starr House.

West-Hawkins House

The West-Hawkins House, at 2421 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The West-Hawkins House.

James West House

At 2461-2463 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the James West House is a historic residence.

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The James West House.

Fraser House

The Fraser House, at 2223 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The Fraser House.

Halifax Forum

The Halifax Forum, at 2901 Windsor Street in Halifax, is a historic building that has hosted many events, from sports to concerts.

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The Halifax Forum.

Smyth House

At 2237 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the Smyth House is a historic residence.

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The Smyth House.

Huestis House

The Huestis House, at 2275 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic home.

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The Huestis House.

Hennessey Place Hydrostones

Hennessey Place, part of the Hydrostones neighbourhood in Halifax, is a historic area known for its unique architecture built after the Halifax Explosion.

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A building in Hennessey Place, Hydrostones.

Fleming House

At 2549-2553 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the Fleming House is a historic residence.

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The Fleming House.

Halifax Relief Commission Building

The Halifax Relief Commission Building, at 5555 Young Street in Halifax, was important after the Halifax Explosion, helping the city rebuild.

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The Halifax Relief Commission Building.

Hydrostone Market

The Hydrostone Market, at 5515-5547 Young Street in Halifax, is a historic shopping area. It's part of the special Hydrostone neighbourhood.

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The Hydrostone Market.

West-Vaux House

At 2427-2429 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the West-Vaux House is a historic home.

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The West-Vaux House.

West-Webster House

The West-Webster House, at 2138 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic residence.

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The West-Webster House.

Walden Square

At 5419 Portland Place in Halifax, Walden Square is a historic area.

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A building in Walden Square.

St. Mark's Church

St. Mark's Church, at 5522 Russell Street in Halifax, is a historic place of worship.

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St. Mark's Church.

Avery House

At 2370 Moran Street in Halifax, the Avery House is a historic residence.

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The Avery House.

Princess Place Victorian Townhouses

These townhouses, at 2323-2337 Princess Place in Halifax, are historic homes that show Victorian architectural styles.

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Princess Place Victorian Townhouses.

Churchfield Barracks

The Churchfield Barracks, at 2046-2068 Brunswick Street in Halifax, are historic military buildings.

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Churchfield Barracks.

Henry Busch House

At 2575-2581 Creighton Street in Halifax, the Henry Busch House is a historic residence.

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The Henry Busch House.

St. George's Anglican / Round Church National Historic Site of Canada

St. George's Church, at 2222 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is famous for its unique round shape. It's a very important historic church.

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St. George's Round Church.

Little Dutch (Deutsch) Church National Historic Site of Canada

The Little Dutch (Deutsch) Church, at 2393 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a small but very historic church. It was built by early German settlers.

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The Little Dutch Church.

West-Osler House

At 2140 Brunswick Street in Halifax, the West-Osler House is a historic residence.

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The West-Osler House.

Hydrostone District National Historic Site of Canada

The Hydrostone District in Halifax is a whole neighbourhood that is a National Historic Site. It was built after the Halifax Explosion to house people who lost their homes.

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Buildings in the Hydrostone District.

Church of Holy Redeemer

The Church of Holy Redeemer, at 2128 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic church.

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The Church of Holy Redeemer.

Halifax Drill Hall National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Drill Hall, at 2667 North Park Street, is a large historic military building. It's where soldiers would train and gather.

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The Halifax Drill Hall (Armoury).

Akins House National Historic Site of Canada

The Akins House, at 2151 Brunswick Street in Halifax, is a historic residence.

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The Akins House.

Chebucto School

The Chebucto School, at 6199 Chebucto Road in Halifax, is a historic school building.

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Chebucto School.

Pineo House (Caribou Lodge)

At 6 Armada Drive in Halifax, the Pineo House, also known as Caribou Lodge, is a historic residence.

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Pineo House (Caribou Lodge).

Mont Blanc Anchor Site

The Mont Blanc Anchor Site, at 110 Spinnaker Drive in Halifax, marks a very important and sad event in Halifax's history: the Halifax Explosion. The anchor from the ship Mont Blanc landed here after the explosion.

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The Mont Blanc Anchor Site.

Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum

The Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum, at 7895 Highway 7 in Musquodoboit Harbour, is a historic railway station that is now a museum. You can learn about trains and local history here.

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The Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum.

York Manuel Fish Shed and Store

At 32 Lobster Lane in Peggys Cove, the York Manuel Fish Shed and Store is a historic building that shows the fishing heritage of the area.

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The York Manuel Fish Shed and Store.

Forts, Towers, and Military Sites

Battery and Magazine

Located on Shore Road and Purcell's Cove Road in Halifax, this site is part of the historic York Redoubt. It was used to defend the harbour.

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A battery at York Redoubt.

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Citadel is a huge, star-shaped fort right in the middle of Halifax. It's a National Historic Site and a great place to explore and learn about military history. Soldiers in old uniforms often guard it!

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The Halifax Citadel.

Halifax Dockyard National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Dockyard, located on Barrington and Upper Water Streets, has been a key naval base for centuries. It's a very important part of Canada's military and maritime history.

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HMC Dockyard in Halifax.

Fort McNab National Historic Site of Canada

Fort McNab is on McNabs Island, guarding the entrance to Halifax Harbour. It's a historic military fort with a long history of protecting the city.

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Fort McNab on McNabs Island.

Georges Island National Historic Site of Canada

Georges Island is a small island in Halifax Harbour, and it's a National Historic Site. It has a fort called Fort Charlotte and was important for defending the city.

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Georges Island in Halifax Harbour.

Prince of Wales Tower National Historic Site of Canada

The Prince of Wales Tower is a round stone tower in Point Pleasant Park, Halifax. It's the oldest martello tower in North America and was built to defend the city.

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The Prince of Wales Tower.

York Redoubt National Historic Site of Canada

York Redoubt is another important military fort located on Shore Road and Purcell's Cove Road in Halifax. It offers amazing views and a glimpse into Halifax's defensive past.

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York Redoubt.

Town Clock on Citadel Hill

The Town Clock, located on Brunswick Street on Citadel Hill, is a famous landmark in Halifax. It has been keeping time for the city for a very long time!

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The Halifax Town Clock.

Parks and Public Spaces

Dingle Tower

The Dingle Tower is a tall, historic tower in Sir Sandford Fleming Park in Halifax. You can climb to the top for great views of the Northwest Arm.

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The Dingle Tower.

Dingle Tower and Sir Sanford Fleming Park

The Dingle Tower is part of the larger Sir Sandford Fleming Park in Halifax. This park is a beautiful green space with walking trails and a rich history.

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The Dingle Tower in winter.

Halifax Public Gardens National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Public Gardens are beautiful Victorian gardens in the heart of Halifax. They are a National Historic Site, perfect for a peaceful stroll among flowers and fountains.

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The Halifax Public Gardens.

Old Burying Ground National Historic Site of Canada

The Old Burying Ground, at 1460 Barrington Street in Halifax, is a very old cemetery. It's a peaceful place to learn about some of Halifax's earliest residents.

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The Old Burying Ground.

Grand Parade

Grand Parade, at 1790 Argyle Street in Halifax, is a historic public square in front of City Hall. It's been a gathering place for celebrations and protests for centuries.

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Grand Parade in Halifax.

Waterfront and Maritime History

Halifax Waterfront Buildings National Historic Site of Canada

The Halifax Waterfront Buildings on Upper Water Street are a collection of historic warehouses and buildings along the harbour. They tell the story of Halifax as a busy port.

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Historic Properties along the Halifax waterfront.

Pier 21 National Historic Site of Canada

Pier 21 at 1055 Marginal Road in Halifax was once the entry point for over a million immigrants to Canada. It's now a museum where you can learn about their journeys and Canada's diverse history.

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Pier 21, Canada's National Museum of Immigration.

Lighthouses

Lighthouse (Peggy's Point)

The famous Lighthouse at Peggy's Cove is one of Nova Scotia's most iconic landmarks. It stands proudly at the entrance to St. Margaret's Bay.

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The iconic Peggy's Cove Lighthouse.

Terence Bay Lighthouse

The Terence Bay Lighthouse, located on Sandy Cove Road in Terence Bay, is another important lighthouse that guided ships safely along the coast.

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The Terence Bay Lighthouse.

Maugher's Beach Light Tower

The Maugher's Beach Light Tower is on McNabs Island, helping ships navigate the harbour. Lighthouses are crucial for maritime safety.

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Maugher's Beach Light Tower.

Lighttower (Sambro Island)

The Lighttower on Sambro Island is one of the oldest lighthouses in North America. It has been guiding ships into Halifax Harbour for a very long time.

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The Sambro Island Lighthouse.

Streetscapes

Carlton Victorian Streetscape

The Carlton Victorian Streetscape, along 1452-1489 Carlton Street in Halifax, is a historic area with many beautiful Victorian-style homes.

A view of the Carlton Victorian Streetscape.

Smith Victorian Streetscape

The Smith Victorian Streetscape, along 5214-5250 Smith Street in Halifax, is another area with historic Victorian homes.

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Homes on the Smith Victorian Streetscape.

Tower Victorian Streetscape

The Tower Victorian Streetscape, along 1041-1105 Tower Road in Halifax, features historic Victorian houses.

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The Tower Victorian Streetscape.

South Park Victorian Streetscape

The South Park Victorian Streetscape, along 1263-1283 and 1293 South Park Street in Halifax, is known for its historic Victorian architecture.

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A building on the South Park Victorian Streetscape.

Granville Mall Streetscape

The Granville Mall Streetscape, along 1854-1895 Granville Street in Halifax, is a historic area with many old commercial buildings.

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Granville Mall.

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See also

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