Mahone Bay Museum

The Mahone Bay Museum, located in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia is a community museum led by a Board of dedicated volunteers and a small staff. The Mahone Bay Founders Society is our parent organization, a registered charity and non-profit organization.

Our Vision:

The Mahone Bay Museum will inspire interest in local history and heritage preservation and instill a life-long love of museums.

Our Mission:

The Mahone Bay Museum protects and provides on-site and online access to the history of the Mahone Bay area to save it from becoming forgotten or lost for the benefit of future generations.

Our Values:

-Encouraging curiosity, educating youth and families through children’s programming, and providing access to our collections

-Creating partnerships with community organizations and local schools

-Developing expertise in staff and volunteers, adhering to current museum standards and best practices

-Communicating effectively, being fiscally responsible and viable in the long term, and striving to be inclusive