Village Historique Acadien, Open-air museum in Bertrand, Canada
The Village Historique Acadien is an open-air museum with over 40 original and reconstructed buildings from 1770 to 1939 positioned along a river. The structures display how Acadian families lived and worked, with spaces for cooking, farming, and craftwork.
The village emerged from Acadian settlement in the region following their displacement in the 1700s. Official recognition as a provincial heritage site came in 2006 to preserve this important period.
People in period clothing demonstrate how folk crafted bread, spun wool, and worked with flax inside the buildings. You can watch these skills and understand how daily life functioned in this community.
The museum grounds are mainly open from June through September, though hiking paths remain accessible in other seasons. A visitor center provides guidance and information to help you navigate the different buildings and areas.
The site uses a traditional drainage system called an aboiteaux that converts marshland into farmland and still functions today. This engineering approach reveals how Acadians adapted the landscape to their needs.
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