Army Museum Halifax Citadel — Attraction in Halifax

This was another great discovery in Halifax detailing, together with the Maritime museum (with lots of info about the Titanic and other shipwrecks in the area) just about anything you would want to learn about this city:

you cannot park here, so you have to walk that hill all the way to the citadel, which is indeed a pain: of course descending is much easier and yes, there are some seating areas all the way up to here after paying the entry fee (under 10CAD if I remember correctly), we were welcomed by seasonal volunteers in their Scottish costumes: initially I thought they were army cadets but they detailed to me how proud they are simply to be volunteers who also do re-enactments so you might want to check their site and discover the times they do this inside there is a plethora of information in a pictorial shape but also medals, artefacts, guns and other military attires depicting not only information about Canadians and their input in WWI and WWII but also pre and after the wars: details about the migrating Indians (did you know they share 25% of their DNA with SE Asian population and also of the tribes in Australia - proof of their early migration, as learned from documentaries) also lots of info about the 1917 explosion that killed 6000 people and flattened Halifax

After walking the hill you think 'is it worth paying the entry fee?' The answer is a definite yes: very few places are worth their entry price and this place most surely is 100% worth it, if you like learning...

The Army Museum Halifax, located within the historic Halifax Citadel, offers a fascinating glimpse into Canada’s military history, showcasing well-preserved artifacts, uniforms, medals, and personal stories of soldiers from the 18th century to modern times. The exhibits are thoughtfully arranged, highlighting key events like World Wars I and II, the Korean War, and peacekeeping missions, while also paying tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of Canadian forces. With knowledgeable staff and the evocative setting of the citadel itself, the museum provides both an educational and moving experience for visitors...

If you're doing the rounds of historical museums in the Maritime provinces, the Halifax Citadel is a MUST!! Lots of renovation has taken place there over the past 60 years that i've been going there: my first trip to this wonderful fort was in 1961, as a small child. I LOVED climbing on the big guns and peering into the cracks and crannies of the fort. Since then they have done a PILE of work, very professionally restoring a lot of how it must have felt in the 1800s. Has a real "military" flavor about it, yet is child-friendly still. ...