The Whirligig Book Shop in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada has for more than fifteen years been one of the most popular bookstores in Atlantic Canada, and also operates as a ticket box office for the Osprey Arts Centre and many other artistic events around the community. This is a good gathering place for much discussion and conversation, and with an ideal location in the center of the Historic district of Shelburne, it's the place to find your favourite book, they even have collector's books for sale. The Whirligig Book Shop has new and used books for sale covering art, fiction, food, health, people, outdoor adventures, birding and places, plus they have nautical books, and history, mystery and folklore. There's a section for young readers and young adults and popular local interests. Come visit, see what's new, stay and browse, buy a magical read and enjoy the character of this charming book shop.READ MORE

The Dory Shop Museum in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada welcomes you inside to a fascinating first hand view of the art of crafting a traditional dory, and hear the take of these iconic small crafts. Fishing was revolutionized in the middle of last century with the discovery of lots of hooks on one line producing more fish, thus trawling was born and afterwards even more fish could be hauled by taking lots of little boats onto the schooner then carrying them out to the banks, and thus dory fishing was born. The Dory Shop Museum was built by John Williams in 1880, and along with other businesses helped produce thousands of dories during the years of the famous Grand Banks fishery from 1880 - 1971, come learn all about this wonderful history and see the craft.READ MORE

Shelburne Whirligig and Weathervane Festival is an annual event of great family fun and entertainment right on the waterfront in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada. Whirligigs are art that comes alive in the wind, and part of Nova Scotia's folk art, it's what you get when you put art and woodworking together, and during the festival whirligig makers put together their masterpieces. They even have kits for sale at the festival and each elaborate creation tells a story, you can vote for your favourite display and the winner gets announced at the end. The Shelburne Whirligig and Weathervane Festival offers many awars in the various whirligig categories, plus an award for the best weathervane, plus there are local arts and crafts displays, rug hooking, folk art as well as live concerts and more, it's not to be missed.READ MORE

The Port of Shelburne, Shelburne Marine Terminal is owned by the town of Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada and operated by the Shelburne Port Authority. The Shelburne harbour is the third best natural harbour in the world with the Eastern Way channel leading to the entrance which is 800 metres wide with a minimum depth of 9 metres and anchorage for vessels in 13 metres of water, and is approximately 10 nautical miles long. There are two wharves and a marina for incoming vessels, and they can do dockside repairs for metal hulled vessels and wood and fibreglss vessels, as well as vessel haul out, storage and transport, they also offer marine diesel repair, crane rentals and crane services and so much more. The Port of Shelburne, Shelburne Marine Terminal takes care of all your marine requirements, and the Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club located just north of them for visiting yachts, mooring balls, boats at anchor and more.READ MORE

Shelburne Furniture and Appliances in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is a family business primarily based on tradition, quality brands, fair and competitive prices and personal attention. With a variety of manageable payment options and after sales service, you're in the best hands, come in an see what all they have. At Shelburne Furniture and Appliances they have a wonderful range of electronics, all the appliances you could ever need, beautiful flooring choices, stunning home furnishings and heating items. They also stock paint and supplies with an amazing colour range and vacuums to clean up after you're done decorating, this is your one stop home shop for almost all your decor and furnishing needs, visit today.READ MORE

Shelburne Harbour Boat Tours in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada welcomes you aboard the luxurious MV Brown Eyed Girl a 44-foot Marine Trader trawler, that takes you on stunning tours around beautiful Shelburne Harbour and the Historic Waterfront. Your trip begins at the Shelburne Harbour Marina and along the way you'll see see lighthouses, birds, seals, harbour porpoises and maybe even a whale. They offer three tours daily including evening harbour tours, and the entire boat is also available for a group party where you can bring your refreshments and food to prepare on their propane barbeque, come for the perfect boat party, bring your CD's too, or let them provide the snacks and refreshments. Shelburne Harbour Boat Tours also offer vacation packages with great choices including accommodation and breakfast.READ MORE

Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada established in 1903, is located at the edge of the historic waterfront district with a very active social program. Here they host events, have a long tradition of racing and a sailing academy which delivers Sail Canada CANSail 1, 2, 3, 4 and WET FEET programs to youths. adults and families. They also offer introduction to sailing programs and a Progressive Training Course for students who wish to progress to more advanced levels including competitive racing. Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club also offer an extensive service marina, and can assist with marine repair work through local business, they also have fuel and floating docks for rent, wireless internet, showers, electrical hookups and more, contact them for more information.READ MORE

The Sea Dog Saloon offers waterfront family dining in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada on one of the most beautiful harbours in the world. Here spectacular views, fresh seafood, live music and the best seafood chowder in Shelburne County await for a memorable dining experience on the historic waterfront. There's a great breakfast menu served all day, exquisite starters and salad choices, chowders and sandwiches, wraps, delectable seafood choices including a seafood platter, pasta, and something from the grill, they also have a kids menu and great desserts. The Sea Dog Saloon offers daily specials and classics and can accommodate whether you are in the mood for a steak, thick burger or fresh seafood and every Friday there's live music. They also have Sea Dog Kayak Rentals on the waterfront, with a modern stable fleet of kayaks for adventure and fun out on the waters, and single and double equipped are available.READ MORE

The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is unique and was one of the largest free black settlements in the 1780's where people voted for their freedom with their feet. Enjoy a guided tour, explore the amazing archaeology and excavated artifacts, climb the Shaw Turret overlooking Birchtown Bay, visit the centre's Lindsay Gallery for a multimedia presentation on the Black Loyalist journey from Africa to the US and on to Nova Scotia, plus there's a virtual copy of Carlton's Book of Negroes and more. The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site offers exhibits and historical buildings, movies, the National Historic Monument, visit the pit house and explore the heritage trail, you can even bring a picnic, or search for your ancestral roots, the possibilities are endless, it's a fascinating history that awaits. READ MORE

The Shelburne Museum Complex in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada offers museums by the sea, and is comprised of the Shelburne County Museum, the Dory Shop Museum, and the Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Group tours are available and you will learn about the the county's heritage, and the museum shop has some excellent souvenirs and gifts, also available on-line. Come for a fascinating visit, explore the 10 block historic waterfront, the Dory Shop, the Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum, the Shelburne County Museum, Tottie's quilts, rugs and crafts, Cox's historic shipyard and warehouse, the Guild Hall and Farmers Market and so much more. The Shelburne Museum Complex also offer 18th century re-enactments, so look out for those, and the historic waterfront serves as a great set for historic films. Come celebrate the heritage and special community events, take a walk back in time, it's an unforgettable experience.READ MORE