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Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
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Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site is a 10-hectare property in Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada, overlooking the Bras d'Or Lakes.
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Bell Buoy Bistro
536 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
The Freight Shed: Waterside Bistro & Market
22 Water St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Main Street Restaurant- Baddeck
525 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Highwheeler Cafe & Bakery
484 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Tom's Pizza
464 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Three Doors Down Diner
474 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
The cable room at The Telegraph House
479 NS-205, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Baddeck Lobster Suppers
17 Ross St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
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Dunlop Inn
552 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Water's Edge Inn & Gallery
22 Water St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Telegraph House & Motel
479 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Bell View Bed & Breakfast
713 NS-205, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
Lynwood Inn
441 Shore Rd, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
The Worn Doorstep Guest House
43 Old Margaree Rd, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
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Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

559 Chebucto St, Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0, Canada
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Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site is a 10-hectare property in Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada, overlooking the Bras d'Or Lakes.

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attractions: , restaurants: Bell Buoy Bistro, The Freight Shed: Waterside Bistro & Market, Main Street Restaurant- Baddeck, Highwheeler Cafe & Bakery, Tom's Pizza, Three Doors Down Diner, The cable room at The Telegraph House, Baddeck Lobster Suppers
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pc.gc.ca
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Bell Buoy Bistro

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Bell Buoy Bistro

Bell Buoy Bistro

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(259)

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The Freight Shed: Waterside Bistro & Market

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Main Street Restaurant- Baddeck

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The Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site is a must-visit for anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of the most brilliant inventors in history. My visit to this museum was an enlightening and inspiring experience, as it meticulously showcases the timeline of Alexander Graham Bell’s life and his groundbreaking inventions.

The exhibit starts with Bell’s early years, providing fascinating insights into his formative experiences and the inspirations that led him to his remarkable innovations. The timeline is exceptionally well-presented, with detailed descriptions and artifacts that bring his journey to life.

What I found most captivating were the sections dedicated to his various inventions beyond the telephone, which he is most famous for. The museum highlights his work in aeronautics, hydrofoils, and hearing devices, reflecting the breadth of his genius. Interactive displays and models make the experience engaging and accessible, allowing visitors to grasp the significance of his contributions to science and technology.

The personal stories and anecdotes interwoven throughout the exhibits added a human touch, painting a vivid picture of Bell not just as an inventor, but as a compassionate and curious individual. The dedication to presenting Bell’s work and life in such an educational and inspiring manner makes this museum stand out.

Overall, the Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site offers a comprehensive and engaging look into the life of a man whose innovations have profoundly impacted the world. It’s an experience that leaves you with a deep appreciation for Bell’s ingenuity and a sense of wonder at the possibilities of human creativity and perseverance. Highly recommended for history buffs, technology enthusiasts, and curious minds...

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5.0
1y

Ah, the Alexander Graham Bell Museum. You might think it would be a dreary affair, a relic from an era when people thought Morse code was the pinnacle of human achievement. But, dear reader, you'd be astonishingly wrong.

From the moment you step through its doors, you're greeted by an architectural homage to triangles, Bell's signature shape. They're everywhere—ceilings, floors, exhibits. It's as if M.C. Escher and Alexander Graham Bell had a love child who decided to design a museum. And yet, it works. The place exudes a certain charm that only age and a bit of eccentricity can bestow.

The staff, every last one of them, could teach a masterclass in friendliness. They're the sort of people you’d expect to find in a seaside village, offering you tea and biscuits while discussing the weather. The instructional staff, particularly those involved in the kite-making workshops, were a delight. It's not often you find such enthusiasm for a piece of cloth on string, but these people made you believe kites were the greatest invention since the wheel.

Then there's the café. Usually, museum cafés are drab affairs serving overpriced, underwhelming sandwiches. But not here. The café staff are wonderful, and the food is surprisingly good. It's a place where you can sit, sip your coffee, and genuinely enjoy your surroundings.

And the grounds. Oh, the grounds. Impeccably maintained, they're a joy to stroll around. Lush, green, and full of life, they make you feel like you've stepped into a different world.

In conclusion, the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Bedok is a gem. It's charming, well-maintained, and staffed by the friendliest people you could hope to meet. Highly...

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Adult admission is $8.50. Senior is $7.00. Youth aged 17 and under enter for free. The admission prices include tax. Total cost for us was $25.50. There's a museum gift store.

There are different sections of the museum that displays various things, such as his ideas, air creations, water creations, his teaching of the deaf, etc. There are theatre areas to watch short documentaries.

Alexander Graham Bell taught deaf people the Visual Speech language that his father created. He created sheeps that would give birth to twins consistently. He created the first telephone. He created many toys. He made all sorts of prototypes of his experiments. He made the graphophone. He worked in aviation and aircraft experiments. He worked on a hydrofoil boat for the waters. He participated in all sorts of experiments. He conducted research on why some people live longer than others. He created organizations/associations for different things. He created his own laboratory.

His wife Mabel Bell, also participated in his experiments and had a broad interests in many things as well. She gardened not for fun but for science as well.

There are a collection of letters between Alec and Mabel. The letters show of their love.

Very educational museum. Goes into a lot of history of mainly Alexander Graham Bell, but there are others as well. Anyone somehow remotely related with the inventor and scientist, is here. The replica of the Silver Dart sits here in the museum.

Come here to learn the history of the inventor/scientist Alexander Graham Bell who contributed to Canada's...

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Lisa JohnsonLisa Johnson
If you have any interest or curiosity about technology, a simple, love story, or a person with a passion to improve society this museum is a must see! I had no idea of the breath and depth of contribution Alexander Graham Bell made to society through his curiosity, trial and error, and inventions. I learned he was Scottish born a Canadian resident in addition to all this connections to the United States that I already knew about. I learned he had a passion for improving the lives of the deaf, which was the underlying motivation for many of his inventions. He was truly a brilliant genius and it was a pleasure to learn so much more about him through this museum. In addition to the phone and aeronautical endeavors, he had influence on Helen Keller, crossed paths with other inventors, like Thomas Edison and others, influenced the inception of National Geographic and so much more. The museum presents his life and endeavors in chronological order, including him, falling in love with one of his deaf students. Their love story alone is endearing in addition to all of the philanthropic and technology base contributions he made to society. In addition to being an outstanding museum, they have a picnic area with a gorgeous overview looking towards the lighthouse they have sitting outside overlooking the same view, they have replicas of both Alec and Mabel's studies, and the grounds are lovely and full of blooms. The museum has a high-level of accessibility for someone in a wheelchair as well.
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It’s so fascinating with comparison of different inventions from past to present, history of Alexander Graham Bell’s personal and professional life throughout the years with facts and copies of research material published during that time. His wife’s passion for Gardening. Gramophone, records and his compassion towards deaf people and his inventions for them for learning the words and so on. His study is left as it is with his coat on the back of his chair and some written papers he must have using that time. Also a projector (not sure) screen playing most of the history as well as another small screen.So amazing! And the visit was free this year 🙌🏻 P.S Baddeck is a really charming and cute little town.
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A fascinating and inspiring visit! We visited the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site during our fall trip to Baddeck, and it was absolutely worth it! The exhibits were well-organized, showing not only Bell’s famous telephone invention but also his other amazing work in aviation and innovation. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and they made the experience even more engaging for the kids. It’s great that admission is free for youth and children, a perfect educational stop for families. The location overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake is beautiful, and we enjoyed a short walk around after the museum. Highly recommend visiting if you’re in Cape Breton!
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If you have any interest or curiosity about technology, a simple, love story, or a person with a passion to improve society this museum is a must see! I had no idea of the breath and depth of contribution Alexander Graham Bell made to society through his curiosity, trial and error, and inventions. I learned he was Scottish born a Canadian resident in addition to all this connections to the United States that I already knew about. I learned he had a passion for improving the lives of the deaf, which was the underlying motivation for many of his inventions. He was truly a brilliant genius and it was a pleasure to learn so much more about him through this museum. In addition to the phone and aeronautical endeavors, he had influence on Helen Keller, crossed paths with other inventors, like Thomas Edison and others, influenced the inception of National Geographic and so much more. The museum presents his life and endeavors in chronological order, including him, falling in love with one of his deaf students. Their love story alone is endearing in addition to all of the philanthropic and technology base contributions he made to society. In addition to being an outstanding museum, they have a picnic area with a gorgeous overview looking towards the lighthouse they have sitting outside overlooking the same view, they have replicas of both Alec and Mabel's studies, and the grounds are lovely and full of blooms. The museum has a high-level of accessibility for someone in a wheelchair as well.
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It’s so fascinating with comparison of different inventions from past to present, history of Alexander Graham Bell’s personal and professional life throughout the years with facts and copies of research material published during that time. His wife’s passion for Gardening. Gramophone, records and his compassion towards deaf people and his inventions for them for learning the words and so on. His study is left as it is with his coat on the back of his chair and some written papers he must have using that time. Also a projector (not sure) screen playing most of the history as well as another small screen.So amazing! And the visit was free this year 🙌🏻 P.S Baddeck is a really charming and cute little town.
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A fascinating and inspiring visit! We visited the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site during our fall trip to Baddeck, and it was absolutely worth it! The exhibits were well-organized, showing not only Bell’s famous telephone invention but also his other amazing work in aviation and innovation. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and they made the experience even more engaging for the kids. It’s great that admission is free for youth and children, a perfect educational stop for families. The location overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake is beautiful, and we enjoyed a short walk around after the museum. Highly recommend visiting if you’re in Cape Breton!
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