Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
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Mi’kmaw Interpretive Centre
Overview
Discover a part of Unama’ki
Share stories, celebrate traditions, and explore cultural connections. Storytellers invite you to learn about the rich heritage of Unama’ki (Cape Breton Island) and the important role of L’nu, also known as the Mi’kmaq, in 18th century Louisbourg. Get a glimpse into history through images and artifacts, then experience authentic Indigenous language, drumming, and demonstrations gathered around a campfire.
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Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
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Community: Louisbourg
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Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
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Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Hiking
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Fall
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Music & the Arts
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Coastal Adventure
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Fall
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Hiking
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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Music & the Arts
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Hiking
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Fortress of Louisbourg
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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Music & the Arts
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Coastal Adventure
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Outdoor Adventure
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Louisbourg and area
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Louisbourg and area
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