Museum of Industry

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Museum of Industry will be open on September 30th from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, with free admission for all visitors.

We are thrilled to announce that our 1963 Volvo Canadian will be displayed at the Steele Wheels Motor Museum! See this classic beauty up close and learn about her rich history. Stay tuned for some behind-the-scenes photos and videos of her journey. @volvocars @SteeleWheelsNS

The Legacy of Abraham Gesner! Born in NS in 1797, he invented "kerosene" by cracking coal, altering artificial lighting forever. Join us on Sept 21, at 2 PM for a talk by historian Elizabeth Haigh on the life & contributions of this pioneer in the modern petrochemical industry.

Remember the iconic Claritone Project G? This Canadian marvel combined sleet design with top-notch sound quality, making it a must-have for music lovers and trendsetters alike. #vintagestyle #clairtoneprojectg #DesignIcon

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June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day! Here in Kjipuktuk (Halifax) we are in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and territorial land of the Mi’kmaq. @ns_mma shares a glimpse into Mi’kmaw culture with Ta’n me’j Tel-keknuol’tiek : How Unique We Still Are. (Artist: Aaron Googoo)

Visit the Museum of Industry for “Game Changers” before it’s game over! The exhibit ends June 23 at 4:30 pm. #videogames @sn_sales

Annually on June 11, Nova Scotia coal mining towns gather to honor miners lost in mine accidents. Over the years, this ceremony has expanded to celebrate our coal mining heritage, recognizing coal miners' hardships, bravery, and achievements. #DavisDay #MinersMemorialDay

Explore our video series, on our YouTube channel, with Roger Lewis, Mi’kmaq Cultural Heritage Curator at the Nova Scotia Museum. youtu.be/4yv1kUjZJEo

Best Fishes to all our 2024 #OceansandYou participant partners! We had a great turnout of daycare, cadet groups, and visitors from all walks of life! Happy #WorldOceansDay

Today is #WorldOceansDay. Here in Nova Scotia, the sea is a way of life. From the salty breeze to the crashing waves, the sights and sounds of the ocean are ever-present, reminding us of the beauty and power of nature. #museumweek #watermw

June is #PrideMonth, a time to honour & celebrate the contributions from the two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer communities. And an opportunity to recognize the tireless efforts of activists and advocates who champion equity, dignity, & respect for all.

Jun 3, 1989: Toronto's SkyDome opens. Built on the site of CN's Spadina roundhouse, one proposed name for it was Roundhouse Stadium. It cost almost $600 million, most coming from Ontario taxpayers, a testimony to the power of dome champion and then-Metro Chair Paul Godfrey. 1/3

This week, Dr. Tim Cook, Canadian War Museum Director of Research and Chief Historian, is travelling to France to participate in CBC’s special coverage of the 80th Anniversary commemorations of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. Tune in June 6!

Welcome to the MOI team! "Hello! I’m Lauren. I’m in the final semester of my Master’s program in Public History @WesternUniversity. This summer, I’m working as a Research intern at the Museum of Industry, delving into the fascinating “Shopmobile” program. @AcadiaU

You see only a fraction of more than 36,000 artifacts in our collection. For a window on the collection check out the view into Storage Room 1. The largest of our 3 onsite storage rooms, contains some huge things! #museumweek2024 #BehindTheScenesMW

Welcome to the MOI team Hannah!

Hello, I’m Hannah, currently in my 4th yr of an English honors degree at Acadia University. This summer, I’m working as the collection’s assistant at @ns_moi, where my primary project involves indexing & photographing maps & blueprints from storage." @acadiau #Museum #Heritage

Call for Participants! We are facilitating a research project dedicated to uncovering and preserving the unique stories associated with the Shopmobile, a uniquely Nova Scotian educational project! To learn more: lauren.millett@novascotia.ca. #school #industrialarts #trades @NSCC