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Ardgowan National Historic Site Ardgowan was home to one of the Father's of the Confederation - William Henry Pope. Explore the restored Victorian Grounds. |
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The home of the lieutenant-governors of Charlottetown, Fanningbank was built in 1834 in the Georgian style. Still in use today, the public rooms of the house are open for tours Monday through Friday, July and August. Address: 1 Government Drive Charlottetown PE
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Built in 1877 as the residence of a wealthy shipbuilder, Beaconsfield Historic House is an enduring symbol of Victorian elegance. Tour beautifully restored rooms, view the harbour from the veranda, browse through the onsite bookstore and enjoy summer programmes in the Carriage House. Address: 2 Kent Street Charlottetown PEI Canada C1A 1M6
Send an Email 1 902 368-6603
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Province House National Historic Site & Provincial Legislative Building The Charlottetown Conference on confederation was held here in 1864, leading to Charlottetown being known as the "Birthplace of Confederation". Home to the P.E.I. Provincial Legislature since its building. Restored to its 19th century glory, Province House sees conference reinactments during the summers. There are also video and interpretive presentations for visitors year round. Address: Great George Street Charlottetown PE C1A 5V6
Send an Email (3) 1 902 566-7626
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Brighton Compound Prince Edward Island's history of land struggles is commemorated at this active armed forces training base. The Brighton Powder Magazine was built in 1866, while there is also a monument to the uprisings of this time. Address: Brighton Road Charlottetown PE
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A short twenty minute drive from Charlottetown, this historic site is the first permanent settlement on Prince Edward Island. The French orignially occupied this area which was subsequently captured by the British in 1758. Remnants of the earthworks of the British fort are still evident. Interpretive events are held regularly during the peak summer months. Bilingual guides are available to explain the sites history. Open daily from Victoria Day until Labour Day. A site admission is charged. Address: . Charlottetown PE C1A 5V6
Send an Email (1) 1 902 566-7626
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Built on the dock-side arrival point for members of the Charlottetown Conference that lead to confederation, Founder's Hall tells the story of Canada. A multimedia interactive self-guided tour allows visitors to learn about Canada's history, from the confederation conference of 1864 to the creation of Nunavut in 1999. Open mdi-May to mid-October. Address: Historic Charlottetown Waterfront Charlottetown PE Canada
Send an Email 1 902 368-1864
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