Shelburne, Nova Scotia facts for kids
This page is about the town. For the district municipality, see Municipality of the District of Shelburne.
Quick facts for kids
Shelburne
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The Shelburne County Museum
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Where Canada's history comes alive
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 Shelburne
Location in Nova Scotia
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Nova Scotia |
| County | Shelburne |
| Founded | 1783 |
| Incorporated | April 4, 1907 |
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| • Type | Town of Shelburne Council |
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| • Land | 8.84 km2 (3.41 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,743 |
| • Density | 197.2/km2 (511/sq mi) |
| • Change (2011-16) |  3.4% |
| • Dwellings | 909 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (AST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-3 (ADT) |
| Postal code(s) |
B0T 1W0
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| Area code(s) | 902 & 782 |
| Access Routes |  Trunk 3 |
Shelburne is a town located in southwestern Nova Scotia, Canada. It is home to the Bowers Meadows Wilderness Area.
Notable people
- Gideon White
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Images for kids
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The Cox Warehouse on Dock Street, Shelburne, Nova Scotia.
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Shelburne Shipyard in 2012
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Present day barrel factory
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