Joe's Scarecrow Village, Roadside amusement park in Cap LeMoine, Nova Scotia, Canada
Joe's Scarecrow Village is a roadside amusement park in Cap LeMoine, Nova Scotia, Canada, featuring over 100 creatively designed scarecrows spread across the grounds. Each figure has a name and is identified on display boards, with a souvenir shop and snack bar available for visitors.
Founder Joe Delaney started the attraction in 1984 with 12 original scarecrows, which grew to 46 by 1986 and soon attracted thousands of visitors. A vandalism incident in 1986 damaged most of the display figures, marking a turning point in the park's history.
The scarecrows dress in outfits that reflect local Acadian traditions, including fishermen's clothing and costumes from mi-carême celebrations seen in Nova Scotia communities. These displays show how the region honors its craft roots and seasonal customs.
The park is free to visit and accepts donations to support upkeep of the grounds and figures. Visitors should allow enough time to walk through and view all the scarecrows, with refreshments and souvenirs available on-site.
After a 1986 vandalism incident that destroyed most of the scarecrows, only one figure named Rory survived the disaster. This sole survivor became a symbol of the community's rebuilding and restoration efforts for the park.
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