Highland Village

Highland Village Museum is excited to be part of the new Nova Scotia Heritage 50/50 Draw! Starting April 28, buy your ticket for a chance to win half the jackpot while supporting heritage across the province, including us right here in Iona! Good luck and thanks for your support

Join us this season at Highland Village Museum’s new Welcome Centre, where families connect with the rich history and Gaelic heritage of Cape Breton. Reopening June 1 – discover the stories that helped shape Gaelic Nova Scotia.

Tuigidh bean bean eile. | One woman understands another woman. In honour of International Women's Day, we would like to recognize the amazing women who have worked with us at Baile nan Gàidheal over the years. #NSHighlandVillageMuseum #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #InternationalWomensDay

Is fheàrr fheuchainn na bhith san dùil. It’s better to try than to hope. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb #Seanfhacal

10 years ago we lost a wonderful friend, and strong supporter of Gaelic language and traditions, Maxie ‘Dan Angus’ MacNeil (Maxie mac Dhòmhnaill Aonghais Iain Aonghais Eòin). #highlandvillagemuseum #ionanovascotia #Gaelic #DiscoverGaelic #NSMuseum #NSHighlandVillage

Cha sgeul-rùin e `fios aig triùir air. It’s no secret, if three know it. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb #Seanfhacal

Rachainn a thaomadh na fairge dha nan iarradh e orm. I would go to drain the sea for him if he asked me. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb #Seanfhacal

Is uaine feur na faiche as fàsaiche. Green is the grass of the least trodden field. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

Is obair-latha tòiseachadh. Beginning is a day's work. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

Come work on your Gaelic with an encouraging and knowledgeable instructor, brought to you by the Highland Village Museum with support from the Oifis Iomairtean na Gàidhlig / Office of Gaelic Affairs. Reserve your spot soon! Bidh spòrs ann! #DiscoverGaelic #NSHighlandVillage

We are very proud of our colleague Catherine Gillis who spoke to a full house at the Old Sydney Society last week about her personal journey and her experience working as a first-person Animator at Baile nan Gàidheal. #highlandvillagemuseum #HighlandVillage #Gaelic #NSMuseum

Is olc an còcair’ nach imlich a mheur. It’s a poor cook that doesn't lick their finger. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

An uair a laigheas a’ ghaoth, `s maoth gach sian. No weather’s ill, if the wind be still. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

Drop in for Gaelic conversation online! January 24, 2025 from 12PM - 1PM. Visit our Highland Village Museum facebook page for event details. #highlandvillagemuseum #ionanovascotia #visitcapebreton #HighlandVillage #Gaelic #DiscoverGaelic #NSMuseum #NovaScotia #NSHighlandVillage

Is ionmhainn leis an làimh na chleachd. The hand loves what it has practiced. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

Stay warm this winter with a Patrick King Woolen Company tartan stole or scarf made with 100% wool. We also have a selection of merino wool blankets and wool slippers, mittens and socks to keep you cozy! highlandvillagegiftshop.ca #highlandvillagemuseum #visitcapebreton #NSMuseum

Is e `n Geamhradh luath an Geamhradh buan. Early winter lasts long. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig #Proverb

We are wishing you a very Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you again in 2025! #highlandvillagemuseum #ionanovascotia #visitcapebreton #HighlandVillage #Gaelic #DiscoverGaelic #NSMuseum #NovaScotia #museums #NSHighlandVillage

Cothrom Cosnaidh | Employment Opportunity We’re looking for a coordinator to help support an exciting new initiative - could that be you? highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/about/jobs #Gaelic #DiscoverGaelic #NSMuseum #NovaScotia #NSHighlandVillage

Nollaig Shona dhuibh agus Bliadhna Mhath Ùr dhuibh! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Please note our office will be closed until January 6 2025. #highlandvillagemuseum #visitcapebreton #HighlandVillage #Gaelic #DiscoverGaelic #NSMuseum #NovaScotia #museums #NSHighlandVillage