Things to do in Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador: The Best Specialty Museums

June 18, 2021 Madelene Haan

Discover the best top things to do in Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador including Newfoundland Insectarium, Bell Island Community Museum - No. 2 Mine Tour, Vernon's Antique Toy Shop, Isles Wooden Boat Museum, North Atlantic Aviation Museum, Cupids Legacy Centre, Corner Brook Museum & Archives, Colony of Avalon, Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site, Twillingate Museum & Crafts Shop.
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1. Newfoundland Insectarium

Nl A8a 2V1-2 Bonne Bay Rd, Reidville, Newfoundland and Labrador A8A 2V1 Canada +1 866-635-5454 [email protected] http://www.nfinsectarium.com/
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5.0 based on 278 reviews

Newfoundland Insectarium

The Newfoundland Insectarium is a museum of nature featuring insects and arthropods from around the world. It houses thousands of live and mounted specimens including a butterfly garden, glass beehive, and ant colony. It is located in Reidville, Newfoundland, just outside Deer Lake.

Reviewed By shelleyb435 - Santa Barbara, United States

Our stop at the Insectarium was unplanned but quite wonderful. There were literally thousands of live and mounted insects. One of the highlights was watching butterflies hatch from their cocoon. You could walk through an area filled with butterflies of all types , then go to another room to view all types of insects and a beehive that was amazing . All in all a great stop, they have a well stocked gift shop as well for all things insect.

2. Bell Island Community Museum - No. 2 Mine Tour

13 Compressor Hill, Bell Island, Newfoundland and Labrador A0A 4H0 Canada +1 709-488-2880 [email protected] http://www.bellislandminetour.com
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5.0 based on 571 reviews

Bell Island Community Museum - No. 2 Mine Tour

Closed for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Opening May 2021. Group and Off Season Tours can be booked in April, 2021. This “Cultural Tourism Award” winner is a 20 minute ferry ride from scenic Portugal Cove. When you arrive, the #2 Underground Mine Tour & Museum is a 5 minute car ride from the ferry dock. At our facility you will be greeted by local tour guides who will share our history and tell you amazing stories about our forefathers. You'll be inspired by tales of these hard working Bell Islanders who risked their lives to supply the world markets with precious iron ore and were instrumental in contributing to the economic stability of the province of Newfoundland Labrador in the early 1900's. Our experience includes a walking tour that goes down into the #2 Mine to 650 feet on a 10 degree slope. Wear a jacket or warm sweater, it is 6 degrees. After your tour, sit and enjoy a cup of our own Miners' Blend Coffee with a treat in our newly renovated Mug Up Coffee Shop.

Reviewed By 915philln - Woodstock, Canada

Had a fantastic time learning the history of the mine and of the business of mining, our guide Bonnie was amazing and brought the tour to life and as a bonus she has the voice of an angel singing a song for us about mining. The whole island was a highlite of our trip

3. Vernon's Antique Toy Shop

101 Seaview Drive Route 210, Swift Current, Newfoundland and Labrador A0E 2W0 Canada +1 709-549-2266 http://www.vernonsantiquetoyshop.ca/
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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Vernon's Antique Toy Shop

Reviewed By charlenep705

Wow. Wow. Wow. I cannot our into words how amazing this place is. You have to see it for yourself. Vernon is very friendly and knowledgeable. He was happy to tell us stories about his cars and even let us sit in a couple. His collection goes far beyond cars as he has hundreds of collectibles from time gone by - Elvis, Marilyn, A&W, diners, old gas stations, Julie boxes and more. You have to see it to fully appreciate it. But you will not be disappointed.

4. Isles Wooden Boat Museum

St Peter's Church Rd St. Peter's Anglican Parish Hall, Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador A0G 4M0 Canada http://www.visittwillingate.com/wooden_boat
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Isles Wooden Boat Museum

5. North Atlantic Aviation Museum

135 Trans Canada Highway, Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador A1V 1W6 Canada +1 709-256-2923 [email protected] http://www.northatlanticaviationmuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 214 reviews

North Atlantic Aviation Museum

The Museum’s collection focuses on North Atlantic aviation history as it pertains to Gander and Gander International Airport, from the 1930’s through to present day, focusing on the WWII years through the early jet age. Highlights of our collection: We have several WWII aircraft engines, a restored WWII DeHavilland Tiger Moth bi-plane, a WWII Lockheed Hudson MkIIIA mid-range bomber (which we are told is one of only 8 left in the world, and is the only one in North America), a 1950’s CF101 Voodoo jet, a 1930’s Beech 18-S, and a 1940’s Canso PBY-5A waterbomber. Of special interest, above the main entry we have positioned the tail section of a DC-3 (1930’s model). We also host numerous items relating to 9/11 and the events of what happened here in Gander. We also offer Beyond Words Tours, a 9/11 experience here in Gander which highlights our town and key aspects of our 9/11 story! Join us as we take you on an unforgettable journey showcasing the inside scoop of what’s happened!

Reviewed By zootout - Hobart, Australia

I really enjoyed my visit to the Aviation Museum. I came here initially to pick up the Beyond Words Tour. After the tour I spent about an hour looking around the museum. It’s a great place for aviation buffs and also people interested in the history of 9/11.

6. Cupids Legacy Centre

368 Seaforest Drive, Cupids, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-528-1610 [email protected] http://www.cupidslegacycentre.ca/digs/archaeology.php
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

Cupids Legacy Centre

The Cupids Legacy Centre was built in 2010 to commemorate the 400th Anniversar of the establishment of the first English settlement in Canada in Cupids. It houses a museum with a state-of-the-art exhibit, which illiminates the rich historical and cultural narrative of Cupids and the Conception Bay North area. A series of special events and programs is offered though the season. The Centre is also home to the archaeology field laboratory for the Cupids Cove Plantation Provincial Historic Site (which has unearthed more than 160,000 artifacts), Legacy Hall (a full-service receptioon room), a Family History Rescource Centre, a rooftop Faerie Garden, and a Museum Shop.

7. Corner Brook Museum & Archives

2 West Street A2h 5j7, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-634-2518 http://www.cornerbrookmuseum.ca/
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Corner Brook Museum & Archives

8. Colony of Avalon

1 The Pool Rd., Ferryland, Newfoundland and Labrador A0A 2H0 Canada +1 709-432-3200 http://www.colonyofavalon.ca
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

Colony of Avalon

Have you ever walked on a 17th-century street, seen a 17th-century herb garden, or looked at the remains of everyday life in one of the earliest European colonies in North America? If you haven't, come to the Colony of Avalon at Ferryland, Newfoundland. The colony was founded by George Calvert, later Lord Baltimore, in 1621. Most people have no idea that permanent European settlement in North America dates so far back, and that Newfoundland played such an important role. The Ferryland settlement was "forgotten", and its remains lay undisturbed for centuries.The site is now being excavated and archaeologists have uncovered over a million artifacts from the stone constructed buildings including gold rings, Portuguese ceramics and other unusual objects. Ferryland is easily accessible from St. John's, Newfoundland. Enjoy a tour of the Interpretation Centre and the excavations. In season, you can enjoy whales playing in the waters with icebergs in the distance. There are seabird sanctuaries nearby, and not far away, the Avalon caribou herd wanders in view of the road. Boat tours, guest houses, gift shops and restaurants are all available.

9. Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site

Irishtown Road A1c 5w4, Brigus, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-528-4004 http://pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/nl/hawthorne
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site

Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site - Closed for the Season

10. Twillingate Museum & Crafts Shop

1 St Peters Church Rd A0g 4m0, Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada +1 709-884-2825 http://www.tmacs.ca/
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4.5 based on 185 reviews

Twillingate Museum & Crafts Shop

Reviewed By cbcsw - New York City, United States

It was a rainy day in Twillingate and this was a fascinating place to spend a couple of hours to get to know the local history.

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