Museums, Exhibits,
& Historic Sites

Northeast Secret Path > Things To Do > Museums & Exhibits

A green and white wooden building with a supported extension, situated in a rural area with trees and a clear sky. Several flagpoles with flags, including a blue, white, and red flag, are in front of the building. A sign marked 'open' is visible near the structure.

French Shore Interpretation Centre - Conche

The French Shore Interpretation Centre in Conche highlights the region’s French fishing heritage through exhibits, artifacts, and the stunning French Shore Tapestry.

Colorful embroidered tapestry depicting historical fishing and trading scenes with people, animals, and boats, featuring text at the top.

The French Shore Tapestry - Conche

The French Shore Tapestry is a 227-foot hand-embroidered artwork that illustrates centuries of Newfoundland’s French fishing heritage in detail - crafted by hand by the women of Conche.

Rustic landscape with airplane wreckage on a grassy field, surrounded by colorful houses and mountains in the background.

Boston BZ277 Plane Crash Site - Conche

The Boston BZ-277 crash site in Stage Cove, Conche, features preserved wreckage with interpretive panels, offering visitors a glimpse into its 1942 emergency landing & survival story.

Coastal landscape with red cabin, rocky shore, and grassy hillside under a partly cloudy sky.

Casey’s Store - Conche

Casey’s Store in Conche is a registered heritage building with a preserved wharf, showcasing artifacts and traditional architecture from Newfoundland’s fishing heritage.

White cross with flowers in front of a lake and boats on shore

Captain Coublelongue Grave Site - Conche

This historic grave site marks the 1873 burial of a French fishing captain and is tied to a tale of success, jealousy, and ultimately, tragedy, on Newfoundland’s French Shore.

A small, fenced-in cemetery with white crosses, located near a body of water. There are red wooden structures nearby and a sign providing historical information. Forested hills are visible in the background.

French Naval Cemetery - Croque

The French Naval Cemetery in Croque is a historic burial site where French sailors from the 18th and 19th centuries were laid to rest, reflecting Newfoundland’s deep ties to France.

Wooden walkway leading to a modern building with large windows, surrounded by greenery and a bright blue sky. A large rock and wooden posts are featured in the foreground.

Green Moose Interpretation Centre - Roddickton-Bide Arm

This interpretation centre in Roddickton-Bide Arm highlights local wildlife, featuring taxidermy displays of moose and polar bears, historical artifacts, and nature trails.

Collection of handmade hooked rugs depicting winter scenes, including people sledding, playing, and snowshoeing in snowy landscapes, displayed on a wall.

Artisan Hooked Rug Exhibit - Englee Town Hall, Englee

This exhibit at Englee Town Hall showcases handcrafted hooked rugs made by local women, celebrating the region’s rich tradition of textile artistry and storytelling.

Small green building with a white door, labeled "Water Service," near a lake and trees.

Ashton House - Roddickton-Bide Arm

This heritage home in Bide Arm was relocated twice due to Newfoundland’s resettlement program and now serves as a museum preserving the region’s history and the Cassell family’s legacy.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church - Englee

This historic church, built in 1927–28 in Canada Harbour, was floated by barge to Englee in 1970, preserving its structure, legacy, and spiritual significance.

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