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A collection of artifacts found in the Springdale area which are displayed in one of the oldest houses in Springdale owned by Mr. Harvey Grant, the first Mayor of Springdale.
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A square, wooden structure with an electrically-powered light. Established in 1881, the present light gives off 10 flashes per minute.
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Fully equipped, fenced playground. Located next to the Lion's Club and Harbour Breton War Memorial.
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Amelia Earhart's successful 1932 solo flight across the Atlantic took off from this airstrip. The first civilian airstrip, built in 1927, is the oldest surviving operational airstrip in Canada.
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Established in 1992, the district was chosen due to its historical importance and attractiveness.
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A scenic look over Carbonear Harbour. At this site you will see the cannons used to fight off the French in 1700's. A stunning view. A history board for your reading.
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3 km trail with great view of St. Mary's Bay and surrounding areas.
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Come feel the warm friendly atmosphere and travel back in time and look at a old fishing furnished home.
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Enjoy a relaxing walk along the scenic coastline where the Harveys performed two daring rescues.
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Hawke Hill Ecological Reserve protects a variety of arctic-alpine plants that are rarely encountered in North America this far east and south. The area can, in fact, be called the most easterly alpine barrens in North America.
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Hawthorne Cottage offers guided tours, exhibits and live theatre depicting Newfoundland outport life and the adventures of world famous explorer Captain Bob Bartlett."
Toll Free: +1 (877) 753 9262
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Hazelnut Hiking and Adventure Trail \, 24-kms on Route 380. Keep an eye out for "Cressie" Lock Ness Monster.
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1866...the world cheers as the first cable connecting Europe to North America is hauled ashore at Heart's Content. Experience how this little town became a global communications hub.
Toll Free: +1 (800) 563 6353
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Depicts the history of the community in photos, artifacts, and models including the Kyle, the Great Eastern cable boat and trains.
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A short easy stroll thar provides a snapshot into the past 0.5km easy loop.
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The walk provides the visitor with a collection of historically significant settings that are intertwined to portray the dynamics of Grand Bank and its fishing heritage.
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Restored to 1910, Emma Hiscock's house captures how this widow with six children maintained a genteel life through entrepreneurship: running a shop, post office - even renting to a bank.
Toll Free: +1 (800) 563 6353
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Located in the Old Courthouse overlooking Ferryland Downs and Isle aux Bois, the museum tells of Ferryland's endurance. Local history depicts life in rural Newfoundland. Original jail cell with re-created courtroom. A short walk from the Colony of Avalon.
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Cape St. John is the start of the 1783 French Shore, Petit Nord. View of Gull Island, disaster sites of The Queen of Swansea and Viking ship. American radar base in 1950s. Great for viewing icebergs.
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An exhibition of historical photographs, printed programs and sheet music covers from 1870 to the present.
What’s the best thing about waking up to the first sunrise in North America? See for yourself.
