Beginning in 1773, hundreds of ships carrying thousands of Scottish immigrants began arriving at Pictou Harbor, Nova Scotia. One man, Dr. Thomas McCulloch, came ashore in 1803 and soon found himself leading a monumental change in the lives of 19th century Nova Scotians.
Discover how McCulloch’s passion for liberal education launched him on a journey to create public education in this province. His reputation as a respected naturalist and him impressive collection of specimens attracted the attention of John James Audubon, the French-American ornithologist and artist.
