Pier 21 Halifax

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

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The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is located in the national historic site at the Halifax seaport where nearly one million immigrants landed …

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Nov 2, 2024
Very interesting museum that I've been in before. This time we did the guided tour, with a short film, which was much better as our guide was excellent. She knew so much and was very interesting. Full review by Julie S
Oct 19, 2024
Great displays. The movie was fantastic and should be shown in schools! The slavery exhibit was well done and informative. Food at the cafe was delicious and we enjoyed the selection from the gift sh… Full review by Candice M
Oct 10, 2024
The staff and museum are superlative. The artifacts, photos, multi-media displays, simulations and tour guide presentations almost literally, put you in the shoes of the new Canadians. Add to this, t… Full review by sunfunx5
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Between 1928 and 1971, one million immigrants reached Canada via Pier 21. This immigration facility played a hugely important role in Cana…
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The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 is the nation's premiere museum of immigration. It rests on Pier 21 as the pier is t…
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im curious if back100 years ago ,if these immigrants had any support agencies like we have now a days
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Jay: The simple answer is no. There were no government agencies. Church members and good-natured people assisted where they could, but many people feared an influx of …
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Jay: The simple answer is no. There were no government agencies. Church members and good-natured people assisted where they could, but many people feared an influx of immigrants who would work for substandard wages--economic discrimination. My forbear Josephus Murphy at age 14 immigrated from Ireland in the 1840s. His parents died on the ship. It was a harsh beginning in a new world. This is what impressed me about Halifax and the Maritimes. Immigrants are welcomed, and there are agencies that assist the transition. I'm amazed by the generosity of Haligonians.
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Answer by Dean M · Aug 31, 2022
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Can you look up family names at this location?
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Yes you can!!
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Could you advise if there is a typical line up on a Saturday or Sunday morning ? Travelling with an elderly mother in law …
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Could you advise if there is a typical line up on a Saturday or Sunday morning ? Travelling with an elderly mother in law and line ups without place to sit is going to prove to be challenging. thank you
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Sorry we were there mid week, but do call the staff there. They were so incredibly helpful and perhaps they have a wheelchair. There are places to sit but there can be a fair amount of …
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Sorry we were there mid week, but do call the staff there. They were so incredibly helpful and perhaps they have a wheelchair. There are places to sit but there can be a fair amount of walking as well. Enjoy
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Is it free to go to the museum??
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The entrance to the museum is not free but is worth every penny and more.
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We are planning a Nova Scotia cruise on Holland America in early August and would like to visit the Canadian Museum …
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We are planning a Nova Scotia cruise on Holland America in early August and would like to visit the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 to explore family history. I'm wondering how much time you might suggest be budgeted? Depending upon how much time is necessary, we might like to explore some of the other area historical and scenic attractions (Citadel, Maritime museum, Public Gardens, etc.). Thank you for any insights and advice you might offer.
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The guided tour is 30 min. The film is 30 minutes. By the time August rolls around our second museum will also be open. You can be there for a whole day if you want to. There is so …
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The guided tour is 30 min. The film is 30 minutes. By the time August rolls around our second museum will also be open. You can be there for a whole day if you want to. There is so much to see and listen to. I give tours on Tuesday afternoon and Thursday morning. Hope we can connect. George.
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