Albert County Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the red cliffs of Hopewell Cape, the Albert County Museum feels less like a static institution and more like a conversation with the past. It's a place where the 19th-century county courthouse, which once sentenced criminals, now stands as the centerpiece of a village-like campus. You can wander from the old jail to a vintage general store, its shelves still stocked with authentic goods, and feel the layers of local life. The atmosphere is deeply authentic, a quiet testament to the farmers, shipbuilders, and ordinary people who shaped this corner of New Brunswick.
Collection Highlights
The restored Court House, complete with its original judge's bench and prisoner's dock, takes center stage. Don't miss the RB Bennett Building, dedicated to Canada's 11th Prime Minister who hailed from here, or the whimsical array of artifacts in the Agriculture Hall, from massive horse-drawn plows to delicate household items.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right on Route 114 in Hopewell Cape—it's hard to miss the cluster of historic buildings. It's the kind of spot perfect for a slow afternoon; check their seasonal hours online as they change throughout the year.
Architecture & Building
The campus is a collection of classic Maritime vernacular buildings, primarily wood-frame structures painted in heritage colours, centered around the stately former Courthouse with its simple, dignified proportions.
Contact & Location
Address: Albert County Museum, 3940, Hopewell Cross Road, Hopewell Parish, Fundy Albert, Albert County, New Brunswick, E4H 3J8, Canada
Phone: +1 506-734-2003
Website: Visit Website
