Iona - Highland Village Museum

Located just off Highway 223 in Iona is the Highland Village Museum.  Described as an outdoor living history museum it offers one of the more unique experiences on the island. 

Hear the stories of Gaelic settlements as you move about the 11 historic buildings of the Museum.  The buildings are staffed with costumed animators who share stories and information about Gaelic culture and the history of Cape Breton and it's settling.  

The view from atop the hill on which the museum is located is truly breathtaking and the buildings themselves are amazing and alive with the history of the area.  

A walk through the museum is like a walk through time as you will see the various ways homes were built throughout Gaelic history. Highly recommended to anyone visiting from away who happens to be a history buff or anyone local who just hasn't been. Various events throughout the season make it a great place to visit more than once.

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