Grand-Pré National Historic Site
2205 Grand Pré Rd, Grand Pré, NS B0P 1M0, Canada
A Living Tribute to Acadian Heritage and Resilience
Located just minutes from Wolfville, the Grand-Pré National Historic Site is one of Nova Scotia’s most meaningful cultural landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It commemorates the Acadian people — French settlers who built a thriving farming community here in the 17th and 18th centuries — and honors their resilience following the tragic Deportation of 1755.
The site features beautiful landscaped gardens, a memorial church, and statues of Evangeline, the heroine from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s epic poem that brought global recognition to the Acadian story. Inside the visitor centre, interactive exhibits and multimedia displays tell the moving tale of Acadian life, culture, and displacement.
Surrounded by the fertile fields of the Annapolis Valley, Grand-Pré offers both a historical journey and a tranquil setting for reflection. Visitors can walk the peaceful grounds, explore the interpretive trails, and enjoy panoramic views of the Minas Basin, known for the world’s highest tides.
Today, Grand-Pré stands as a symbol of peace, remembrance, and the enduring Acadian spirit — a must-visit for history lovers and anyone seeking to understand Nova Scotia’s cultural roots.
