Quaker Whaler House, Heritage house in Dartmouth, Canada
The Quaker Whaler House stands as the oldest building in Dartmouth, featuring an asymmetrical facade design and traditional stone foundation from 1785.
William Ray, a cooper from Nantucket, constructed this residence during the migration of Quaker whalers to Nova Scotia after the American War of Independence.
The house represents the architectural influence of Nantucket Island, serving as part of the Dartmouth Heritage Museum at 57 Ochterloney Street.
Visitors can explore the museum from June through August 23, with guided tours available and a cash-only gift shop on the premises.
A connection to the novel Moby Dick exists through Seth Coleman's grandson, who recruited Herman Melville as a crew member for whaling expeditions.
Location: Halifax
GPS coordinates: 44.66700,-63.56830
Latest update: March 13, 2025 17:39
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