Skmaqn-Port-la-Joye-Fort Amherst National Historic Site - Historic Places Days

Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site

Rocky Point, Prince Edward Island
Type
Cultural Heritage Centre
Address
191 Haché Galant Drive, Rocky Point, Île-du-Prince-Édouard, C0A 1H2
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Hours
9am - 5pm July & August
Phone
(902) 675-2220

One of the best hidden gems on Prince Edward Island, Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst National Historic Site is located across the harbour from Charlottetown on the Island’s south shore. This is a place steeped in history with a strong spiritual connection for the Mi’kmaq, Prince Edward Island’s Indigenous people. It is the setting of a lasting friendship between the Mi’kmaq and the French, and also of the tragic realities of the Acadian deportation following the arrival of the British.

Visitors love Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort Amherst for its peaceful atmosphere, the stunning harbour views, and the more than 6 km of trails just ripe for exploration. Pack a lunch and your favourite walking shoes and spend a day on the paths to the past.

Check our website for details regarding programs available.

Amenities

  • Family-Friendly
  • National Historic Site
  • Parking
  • Parkland
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Washrooms
  • Wheelchair Access

Location

191 Haché Galant Drive, Rocky Point, Île-du-Prince-Édouard, C0A 1H2
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