Getting Here
THE GASPESIAN BRITISH HERITAGE VILLAGE
We opened our doors in 1989 with the purpose of showing the
history of the first settlers of the Gaspesian peninsula. The
Village, which is spread out over 82 acres in New Richmond
West, contains twenty four (24) patrmoinial buildings that will
take you back in time, from the 1780's to the early 20th
century.
Our staff will help you discover the life of the first colonists
who arrived from of England, Scotland, Ireland, etc. and their
cohabitation with the Mi'gMaga and the Acadians. Your visit
will take you from the General Store to the Duthie Point
Lighthouse, via the old schoolhouse, the blacksmith shop and
the church where you will experience daily life back then.
Updated Oct. 28, 2011
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THE TOWN OF NEW RICHMOND
Bordered by the Grand Cascapedia River, one of North
America's top salmon fishing rivers, and by the marvellous Bay
of Chaleurs, member of the select "Most Beautiful Bays of the
World" club, the town of New Richmond is unique on the Gaspé
peninsula. Founded in the mid sixteenth century, the few
Acadians already here were joined by the English, the Empire
Loyalists, Scottish, Irish, Jersey Islanders, etc. Thanks to
theses newcomers and the native communities, the town slowly
took on it's identity.
New Richmond will undoubtably seduce you with it's beautiful
vistas, and it's residents known for their warm hospitality.
Town of New Richmond website >>
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
From Ottawa, Ontario >>
From Moncton, New Brunswick >>
From Houlton, Maine >>
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