Welcome to the Kings County Museum

VISIT US
Tuesday to Saturday
10am – 4pm
37 Bridge Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
We’re looking for community members to support our collections, events, and facilities.


Man in a suit and top hat standing in front of the Kings County Museum.

We are looking for enthusiastic community members to support our museum.

Close up engraving on the Bishop Clock. Jn Bishop. Horton Nova Scotia.

Generations after the New England Planters first arrived in Nova Scotia, this 18th century clock from the prominent Bishop family returns to Kings County.

A man and a woman dance at the Soldier's Social.

We host exciting events year round, including exhibit openings, seasonal celebrations, and book launches.

Photo by Aurora Lee (auroralee.org)

Upcoming Events

The Kings Historical Society respectfully acknowledges that the Kings County Museum is located on the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, which the Treaties of Peace and Friendship cover. We are all Treaty People

The Kings Historical Society is a registered charity and can provide official tax receipts for donations. The Kings County Museum is an accredited museum.