Sharon Dawn II
A black and white negative of the vessel Sharon Dawn II iced up while at dockside in Lunenburg. Sharon Dawn II was built in Dayspring in 1963 by Snyders Shipyard, she in 89'6" long 166 tons, owned by Greek Fishing Co. Lunenburg.
Bluenose
Why was Bluenose so fast? Learn all about the icon on the coin in our Bluenose exhibit. View the famous International Fishermen’s Cup and sit in on our Bluenose Saga. It will make you feel like you were a fisherman in the golden age of sail! The story of Bluenose is sure to make you laugh, instill a sense of pride and it may even bring a tear to your eye!
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
The Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic provides the ultimate waterfront experience, in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While at the Museum, you experience life in a fishing community and discover, up close, life at sea.
Explore our Museum, housed in a former fish processing plant, and Lunenburg’s last Grand Banks Schooner, Theresa E Connor, wharf side. Make your way to the Ice House Theatre, where films are shown throughout the day. Browse at your leisure or take a guided tour. Come rain or shine, relax and enjoy! The entire family will enjoy their entertaining visit with us!
Salt Store Gift Shop
The Salt Store Gift Shop offers an exciting array of items attractive to every shopping desire and budget. Located at the entrance to the Museum, located on the first floor of the oldest building in the Museum complex. Originally built by W. C. Smith and Company Limited in 1899, the structure was used as a salt storehouse for the fishing industry, as well as a warehouse and cooperage.
Aquarium closure
After years celebrating marine life in the North Atlantic, the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic will be closing our aquarium. Learn more about the closure
Be social
Salt Store Gift Shop
While at the Museum or just shopping around town, be sure to check out the Gift Shop where you will find an array of current fashion and giftware for the entire family. Salt Store Gift Shop.
Hours
Opening Saturday, May 17, 2025
Open daily 9:30 am to 5 pm
Closing for the season Satuday. October 25, 2025
Admissions
| Family | $30 |
| Adults | $14.50 |
| Seniors | $12 |
| Students | $9 |
| Youth | $4 |
Contact
68 Bluenose Drive,
P.O. Box 1363
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia,
Canada
B0J 2C0
Telephone: 902-634-4794
Toll Free 1-866-579-4909
Fax: 902-634-8990
fma@novascotia.ca
Unlimited Visits
Come for an hour or stay for the day. The choice is yours with a Nova Scotia Museum Annual Pass.
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