The activities presented in this two-stop ‘timeless’ adventure are subject to program schedules at both cultural heritage attractions. Please check the attraction websites for exact hours of operation and programs being offered.
Part 1: The Acadian Museum (Morning, recommended to allow for 1 + Hours depending on the availability of programming and experiences)
Follow the fascinating odyssey of Island Acadians from 1720 to the present day. Discover treasures related to the Acadians’ 300-year presence on Prince Edward Island. View interpretive videos, historical paintings, and see permanent and changing exhibitions which showcase the multifaceted aspects of Acadian history and culture. Investigate your Acadian family roots through the onsite genealogy resources and shop merchandise in the gift shop. Travel 18 km to the Village Musical Acadien in Abram-Village.
Part 2: Village Musical Acadien (Afternoon, recommended to allow for 2 + Hours depending on the availability of programming and experiences)
While the Acadian Museum primarily explores Ile Acadie’s history and heritage, the Village musical acadien celebrates today with live music, dinner theatre, storytelling and culinary experiences. Situated at the heart of Abram-Village, central to the Evangeline Acadian region, the Village features an outdoor plaza complimented by a performance hall housing interactive exhibits, a local musical artists’ hall of fame, a second outdoor stage, an art gallery and an outdoor terrace. The centre also features a reception area with a gift shop, the larger Angele Arsenault performance hall, a restaurant and bakery.