Musée Historique du Madawaska Historical Museum — Attraction in New Brunswick

This is a museum of rather specialized historical and geographical interest, the Madawaska. It was of interest to us because my wife's father's ancestors were founders of the settlement of Saint Basile, now part of Edmundston. In addition to artifacts of the Malaseet first nations people who have long inhabited this region, this museum tells the story of the how the land came to be divided between Maine USA, Québec, and New Brunswick.

We were given a personal tour of the museum by its director, Mr. Christian Michaud, who told us we were likely to be the only visitors stopping by that day.

If you are interested in Acadian history, or the history of this Region, then it is definitely worth your time to visit.

The museum also houses a contemporary art gallery featuring the work of...

Interesting place with a amazing view on the Saint-John river valley. Fascinating history that should be fun to learn about whether local or tourist. A site to see in the...

The walking bridge very dangerous for children broken boards and large gaps were small...