Economusee de la Courtepointe
At La Promenade Acadienne.
An economuseum showcasing a rich quilt heritage, a
well-known Acadian tradition. Discover techniques, fabrics and many
steps in quilt-making. See the meticulous work, buy the product.
Eptek Art & Culture Centre
"Celebration of Crafts: Enriching Island Culture." An
invitational exhibit of fine handicrafts organized by the PEI Crafts
Council and hosted by the Eptek Art & Culture Centre. Excellence,
diversity, and artistic vision take on traditional and new processes in
Island handicrafts.
Lennox Island Mi'Kmaq Cultural Centre
Box 134, Lennox Island, C0B 1P0.
The Mi'kmaq are the First
People of
PEI. "Lennox Island Mi'kmaq Cultural Centre" is a community museum
aiming to promote and revitalize Mi'kmaq and interpret Mi'kmaq history.
Guided tours of museum and community. "Malpeque Discoveries" program
offers light to in-depth exposures to Aboriginal Culture
Admission charged
Shipbuilding Museum & Historic
Yeo House
Port Hill, Rte 12, west of Summerside. Located in Green Park Provincial
Park.
The museum includes an interpretive centre tracing the
history of shipbuilding during the 1800s, a recreated shipyard and the
restored Victorian residence of ship owner James Yeo Jr. Gift shop on
site.
Admission charged.
Spinnakers'
Landing
Shopping and fun for the whole family! Antiques, crafts,
souvenirs, music and Island wear. Climb our lighthouse (Visitor
Information Centre) for a panoramic view of Summerside Harbour. Enjoy
our picnic area while the kids enjoy our playship. Rent a bike and
venture by trail, or take a tour by sea. Grab a bite at the Pub and
Eatery. Savour a coffee at the cafe. Enjoy an ice cream while watching
free Maritime entertainment.
Admission free
The
Bottle Houses/Maisons de Bouteilles
Cap-Egmont, Rte 11.
New, 13-ft. giant bottle made
of 2,000 recycled bottles. Walk through three fantasy-like buildings
made of over 25,000 vari-coloured glass bottles; admire the symphony of
light and colour within. Smell our wild roses; wander through our
impressive flower gardens. Truly a "glassy" attraction!
Admission Charged
The
College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada
619 Water St. East, C1N 4H8.
The College of Piping is 100%
authentic - heartfelt Celtic! It is the only year-round institution of
its kind in North America. Its mission of "inspiring excellence in
Celtic performing arts through quality educational programming" is
achieved by offering professional training in bagpiping, drumming,
Highland and step dancing. The annual summer-long Celtic Festival
includes the Summerside Highland Gathering and a concert series with
performances nightly at 7 pm, free mini concerts staged three times
daily, and guided tours of the unique campus.
The
Landing: Oyster House & Pub
Box 12, Tyne Valley, C0B 2C0.
Featuring some of the best
original, folk, roots and Celtic acts in the Maritimes. Make The
Landing the focal point of your visit to the region.
Wyatt
Heritage Properties
Nestled in historic downtown
Summerside, the properties feature MacNaught History Centre and
Archives, the Wyatt House and Lefurgey Cultural Centre. Explore family
roots, MacNaught has many genealogical and historic resources
available. Nearby, enjoy an entertaining, guided interpretive tour of
the 1867 Wyatt House - home of the late Dr. Wanda Wyatt. Next door is
the residence of 19th-century shipbuilder John Lefurgey, now a centre
dedicated to the practice of traditional arts and crafts.
Acadian
Museum/Musee Acadien
On Rte 2, west of Summerside.
Discover the fascinating
odyssey of
Island Acadians from 1720 to the present. Visit exhibits which showcase
multifaceted aspects of Acadian history and culture and view an
interpretive video. Genealogy resources and gift shop on site.
* FESTIVALS
L'Exposition
Agricole et Le Festival AcadienBox
37,
Wellington, C0B 2E0.
Judging of livestock, flowers, crafts, foods, 4-H
projects. Entertainment Acadian-style, shows, demonstrations, dances,
parade, contests, lobster suppers, horse pull, woodsmens competitions,
three-/four-wheeler pull, youth talent, etc.
Date: End of August
La Cuisine
A Meme
Presented in French and English. Humorous presentations,
music, songs and step dancing. Delicious cuisine. Showtime at 6:30 pm.
Reservations required.
Date: July & August
Celtic
Festival
619 Water St. East, Summerside, C1N 4H8.
The College of Piping is a truly unique cultural
destination! The annual summer-long Celtic Festival features an evening
concert series with performances nightly at 7 pm. Featuring piping,
drumming, Highland dancing, step dancing, fiddling, singing, and
storytelling. Along with many other special events, visitors can enjoy
free guided tours and mini-concerts staged three times daily, Mon-Fri.
100% Authentic Heartfelt Celtic!
Date: July & August
Tyne
Valley Oyster Festival
Friday: Canadian
Oyster-shucking
championships. Singing contest semi-finals. Saturday: Kids Day
activities, parade, PEI fiddling and step-dancing championships, adult
dance. Sunday: Church service, singing contest finals, community
awards, pageant. Fried oyster/scallop dinners. Camping nearby.
An economuseum showcasing a rich quilt heritage, a
well-known Acadian tradition. Discover techniques, fabrics and many
steps in quilt-making. See the meticulous work, buy the product. 
"Celebration of Crafts: Enriching Island Culture." An
invitational exhibit of fine handicrafts organized by the PEI Crafts
Council and hosted by the Eptek Art & Culture Centre. Excellence,
diversity, and artistic vision take on traditional and new processes in
Island handicrafts.
The museum includes an interpretive centre tracing the
history of shipbuilding during the 1800s, a recreated shipyard and the
restored Victorian residence of ship owner James Yeo Jr. Gift shop on
site.
Shopping and fun for the whole family! Antiques, crafts,
souvenirs, music and Island wear. Climb our lighthouse (Visitor
Information Centre) for a panoramic view of Summerside Harbour. Enjoy
our picnic area while the kids enjoy our playship. Rent a bike and
venture by trail, or take a tour by sea. Grab a bite at the Pub and
Eatery. Savour a coffee at the cafe. Enjoy an ice cream while watching
free Maritime entertainment.
Judging of livestock, flowers, crafts, foods, 4-H
projects. Entertainment Acadian-style, shows, demonstrations, dances,
parade, contests, lobster suppers, horse pull, woodsmens competitions,
three-/four-wheeler pull, youth talent, etc.
Presented in French and English. Humorous presentations,
music, songs and step dancing. Delicious cuisine. Showtime at 6:30 pm.
Reservations required.
The College of Piping is a truly unique cultural
destination! The annual summer-long Celtic Festival features an evening
concert series with performances nightly at 7 pm. Featuring piping,
drumming, Highland dancing, step dancing, fiddling, singing, and
storytelling. Along with many other special events, visitors can enjoy
free guided tours and mini-concerts staged three times daily, Mon-Fri.
100% Authentic Heartfelt Celtic!
