Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation
Tourism Region: Prince Edward Island
The Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation is an integral part of the Island's community. It operates 7 excellent sites, supports educational and publishing programs and offers a wide variety of exhibits and special events to Islanders and visitors.
About the Collections
The Provincial Collection includes a wide range of artifacts which are representative of the human and natural heritage of Prince Edward Island.
Approximate number of objects in the collections: over 85,000
Archives
The Museum's archival collection is stored at the Public Archives and Records Office of Prince Edward Island.
Architectural Records •
Cartographic Materials •
Prints and Drawings •
Manuscripts •
Photographs •
Sound Recordings •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Included in the Provincial Collection are examples of both commercial and original art relating to the heritage of Prince Edward Island.
Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery •
Costumes •
Furniture or Furnishings •
Glass •
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork •
Musical Instruments •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
The Museum's fine arts collection includes original works which reflect the heritage of Prince Edward Island.
Culture:
Canadian
Period:
Contemporary •
Historical
Media:
Photography •
Prints and Drawings •
Sculpture •
Sketchbooks or Albums
Miscellaneous:
Folk Art •
War Art •
Religious Art
Human History
A large percentage of the Provincial Collection represents the human history of Prince Edward Island.
Agriculture
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Animal Husbandry
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Archaeological Objects
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Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices
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Communications Devices
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Costumes and Accessories
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Currency
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Electricity
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Fisheries
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Forestry
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Furniture or Furnishings
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Household Objects or Domestic Technology
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Industrial Technology and History
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Local History
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Manuscripts
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Marine History and Technology
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Medals
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Medical History and Technology
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Memorabilia
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Military History and Technology
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Musical Instruments
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Performing Arts
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Printing and Bookbinding
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Religious or Liturgical Objects
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Sports Equipment
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Stamps
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Toys and Games
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Transportation
: Aviation
: Marine
: Motorized ground
: Non-motorized ground
: Railway
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Weapons
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Imaging
: Photographs
Natural Sciences
The Provincial Collection includes some botanical and geological specimens. These are instructional quality.
Plants and Animals (Biological Collections)
Botany
Earth Science and Geological Collections
Minerals •
Rocks
Services & Activities
Seven branch museums - Elmira Railway Museum, Basin Head Fisheries Museum, Orwell Corner Historic Village, Beaconsfield Historic House, Eptek Art & Culture Centre, Acadien Museum of PEI, Green Park Shipbuilding Museum & Yeo House. exhibitions; lectures; workshops; school activities; publications; tours; and conservation
Research Services
Object identification
Conservation services
Archival Records •
Conservation or Restoration •
Genealogical Research •
Information Centre
Educational Programs
The Museum has produced travelling exhibits based on various aspects of Prince Island history. Museum personnel visit classrooms to offer some programs, others are available for loan to schools. School tours are welcome and occur regularly at the Museum's various sites.
Demonstrations
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Family Programs
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Lectures
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School Programs
: Age 0-4 (Pre-School)
: Age 5-11 (k-6)
: Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP)
: Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary)
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Seniors Programs
Visitor Services
The Museum's seven sites offer a wide variety of experiences for visitors.
Guided Tours
: English
: French
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Children's Activities or Services
: Playground
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Information Centre or Desk
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Meeting Room Rental
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Nature Trails, Walks or Gardens
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Parking Facilities
: Free
: Bus
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available •
Volunteer Training Offered
Number of Volunteers: 60
Activities: community boards/museum board/collection work/ site work
Member Privileges
free admission/ giftshop discount/newsletter/magazine/event invitations
Food Services
Food services offered only at Basin Head Fisheries Museum. Green Park Shipbuilding Museum offers a picnic area in the grounds. Special events at all sites include refreshments.
Snack Bar or Vending Machines •
Picnic Area
Other: Almost all of the sites offer somewhere outdoors on their grounds where individuals or families may spread a blanket and picnic.
Internet Services
General Information •
Events •
Directions or Map •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore
Local Tourism Links
Other Services
The Museum is pleased to offer conservation services to the public.
Publications and Products
The Museum's publications include: The Island Magazine, books and a newsletter.
Annual Reports •
Books •
Magazines •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps
Other: All of the sites carry The Island Magazine, which has published for over 30 years.
Map
Location
| Address: |
2 Kent Street Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island C1A 1M6 See Map |
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| Telephone: | (902) 368-6600 |
| Fax: | (902) 368-6608 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Three of the Museum's 7 sites, Beaconsfield, Eptek Art & Culture Centre and the Acadian Museum are open year round. The remaining sites, Basin Head Fisheries Museum, Green Park Shipbuilding Museum, Orwell Corner Historic Village and Elmira Railway Museum are seasonal.
Open: Summer hours:
Beaconsfield: September to June Hours May Vary - Please Call Ahead
Green Park: daily 9:30am - 5:30pm;
Acadian Museum: Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays: 1p.m. – 4p.m.
Eptek: July & August - Monday - Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm;
Sunday - Noon to 5:00pm
September - Monday - Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm; Sunday - 12 noon to 4:00pm
Orwell Corner: - May to October, Call for Hours
Basin Head: Summers, June to late September, daily 9-5
Elmira: Summers June to late September 9 - 5 Daily
Closed:
Admission:
Charged
Green Park: Adult: $5, Student: $3.50, Family: $13.50
Beaconsfield: Adult: $4.25, Student: $3.25, Family: $11.75
Acadian Museum: Adult: $4.50, Student: $3.50, Family: $12.50
Eptek: by donation
Orwell Corner: Adult: $7.50, Student: $5, Family: $20
Basin Head: Adult: $4, Student: $3.50, Family: $11.50
Elmira: Adult $4.00, Students $3.00, Family $11.00 with group rates available, Miniature Train Ride - Adult $5, student $3.50, Family $13.50
Discounts:
Groups •
Seniors •
Students •
CMA members
