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Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History

1747 Summer St., Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4A6, Canada (South End)
902 424 7353
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Ranked #17 of 53 attractions in Halifax
Type: Natural History Museums
Description: Here visitors can learn about eastern Canada's indigenous flowers, plants and wildlife.
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Halifax, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Much of the same stuff if you live in or around halifax and have visited once. I do echo the last reviewer in saying that they probably do well on their budget and the kids seemed to enjoy their time on our rainy day visit to the museum.

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Bridgewater, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

I have visited this museum dozens of times and I think considering their probable budget they do extremely well

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Halifax, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I had an enjoyable sunday in this museum. it may be a bit bigger with more species, but it was good. I liked babay snakes too much. But there should be much about puffins. Because nova scotia is hearth of puffins. And also it should be free for students.

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Calgary, Canada
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33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

Note that this museum has a free admission evening, although I would also pay to see it. The special exhibit we saw was quite interesting but the regular exhibits are very well done. There is a lot of variety - taxidermy animals, live marine life, great geology, and a 3-D globe of changing information surrounded by seats for when you... More

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Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We took our son here on a recent visit to Halifax. We all enjoyed the experience. They currently have a desert exhibit along with interactive live animal shows. It's well worth the trip.

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Cornwall, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

We stop in every time we are in Halifax. Exhibits change often enough that there's been something new to see every time we go. Live animal shows were definitely a highlight of the trip.

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Middle Sackville, NS, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

This museum is located in the heart of the south end of Halifax and is easy to get to on foot. It is a place that can be enjoyed for the morning or all day, depending on the interest you have in the exhibits. There are many things that would appeal to children of all ages. Special exhibits can be... More

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Nova Scotia, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

I have a yearly pass and we enjoy taking our Grandaughter at least a couple times a year. She enjoys it very much as did our children when they were younger. However adults also enjoy the museum something there for everyone.

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Halifax, Canada
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35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Our little one loved seeing all the animals! Gus of course is a must see, I remember seeing him when I was just a kid, so to be able to bring my child to see him is pretty awesome. The beehive is so interesting! It's bigger than it seems, take the time to explore all of it!

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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

So worth a visit! Many exhibits and such a nice museum. Easy to pass a couple of hours with adults and children alike.

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