Prince Edward Island, Canada Points-of-Interest

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, CANADA

2007

A map of Prince Edward Island is on A128. PEIC001 !B Gulf Shore Highway (A124) a leisurely drive along this road, which cuddles the northern coast, offers stunning vistas. PEIC002 B Confederation Trail (A126) This biking and hiking path traverses the 174-mile province; following an abandoned railway bed that roughly parallels Hwy2. The western section extends from Tignish, near lands end at North Cape, to Kensington. Diversions along the way might include a visit to historic railway stations in Alberton and Kensington, the sighting of Canada geese while crossing the isthmus between Malpeque and Bedeque bays (Its a flyway!), and the smell of freshly turned earth in this fertile agricultural region. A lot more detail of the trail is provided on A126. PEIC003 B Bonshaw (A130) The scenic drive between Borden and Churchill on Hwy1 runs through Bonshaw, providing exceptional sightseeing by car. Car Life Museum is on Hwy1 and features a collection of restored antique cars dating from 1898, farm machinery from the early 1800s, farm tractors from early 1900s, and Elvis Presleys 1959 Cadillac. Daily 9-7, July-Aug; 10-5 May-June and Sept 1-mid-Sept. $5; senior citizens $4.50. Ph: 902.675.3555 OR 902.892.1754. PEIC004 !B Brackley Beach (advertisement clipping) Brackley Beach Drive-In Theatre and Mini-Golf, features first-run movies in one of the most unique drive-in theatres in Canada. Located on Rte15 (Blue Heron Coastal Drive), George Boyle, 8 miles north of Charlottetown Airport. PEIC005 B Cap-Egmont (A130) Bottle Houses are on Hwy11 (Lady Slipper Drive). 3 fanciful buildings are made of more than 25,000 glass bottles of various sizes and shapes. Allow 30 minutes. Daily 9-8. July-Aug; 10-6 in June and Sept. $4.50; senior citizens $4; family rate $14. Ph: 902.854.2987. PEIC006 B Cavendish (A130) 1) The north shore is noted for its scenic beaches, many of which are operated by Prince Edward Island National Park. 2) Avonlea Village of Anne of Green Gables [Gem site], is 1 mile west of Hwy 13 on Hwy6. The schoolhouse where Lucy Maud Montgomery taught in 1896 and the church she attended are preserved on the site. Costume interpreters, live theatre, musical shows, puppet shows, demonstrations, and a chocolate factory. Allow 2 HOURS. Daily 9-5, June 14 thru Aug 31; 10-4, Sept 1-21. $16.95; over 65 yrs = $14.95; family rate $44.95. Ph: 902.963.3050. 3) Green Gables House is west of Hwy13 on Hwy6. Immortalized in Lucy Maud Montgomerys Anne of Green gables, the site is affiliated with Prince Edward Island National Park (see A136). Daily 98-, June21-Aug25; daily 9-5, May 1 June 20 and Aug 26 thru Oct 31. $5.75; over 64 yrs = $4.75; family rate $14.50. Ph: 902.963.7874. 4) FanTazMaGoric Museum of the Strange and Unusual (advertisement clipping) includes replica of King Tuts tomb. On Route 6. Has thought provoking displays and dioramas; discover oddities of science and nature, alternative medicine, world records, dinosaurs, Island folklore and Titanic gallery. Ph: 902.963.3242. PEIC007 !B Charlottetown (A131) 1) The Charlottetown Festival is held at the Confederation Centre of the Arts from late June to early October. The festival features original Canadian musical productions. 2) Self-guiding tours with historic focus, including waterfront and Victorian park walks Brochures are $1 and available at The Charlottetown Visitor Information Centre, 178 Water Street. 3) Beaconsfield Historic House is at 2 Kent Street, a 25-room residence designed in 1877 for a wealthy shipbuilder. Daily 10-5, June-Aug; Mon-Fri noon-4 rest of year. $3.50. Ph: 902368.6603. 4) Confederation Centre of the Arts [Gem site], is downtown at Grafton and Queen streets. This is an arts and culture center recognized for musical and choral productions.

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5) Founders Hall [Gem site], is at 8 Prince Street. Visitors don headsets as they move through the Time Travel Tunnel, where multimedia displays and interactive exhibits depict Canadas evolution. 6) Confederation Players Walking Tour departs from Founders Hall. Costumed interpreters take visitors on a guided walking tour through the streets of Charlottetown. Allow one hour. See A132 for details of time, location, etc. $4.50. Ph: 902.368.1864 OR 800.955.1864. 7) Province House National Historic Site [Gem site], is at Richmond and Great George streets next to the Confederation Centre of the Arts. Self-guiding tours available. 17-minute film is shown. Daily 8:30-6, July-Aug; daily 8:30-5, June and Sept. Donations. Ph: 902.566.7626. PEIC008 B Elmira (A133) Marks the eastern terminus of the Confederation Trail. PEIC009 B Georgetown (A133) Kings Playhouse is on Hwy3 at 65 Kent Street. The summer theater presents professional repertory productions in a 300-seat playhouse, which is a reproduction of the town hall. Play tickets are $15; senior citizens $12.50. Prices and schedules vary by production. Ph: 902.652.2053. PEIC010 B Kensington (A133,134) Woodleigh Replicas and Gardens [Gem site], is 3 miles north on Hwy101, then 1.2 miles east on Hwy234. This 45-acre site features 30 large-scale models of castles and cathedrals form the British Isles, set amid English country gardens. Allow 1.5 hours. Daily 9-7, July-Aug; 9-5 in June and Sept. Last admission one hour before closing. $8.50; over 64 yrs = $8. Ph: 902.836.3401. PEIC011 B Miscouche (A134) Acadian Museum, 5 miles west on Hwy2, has a collection including farming, woodworking, shoemaking, and blacksmith tools and many other times of Acadian life and culture. Allow one hour. Daily 9:30-7, July-Aug; Mon-Fri 9:30-5, Sun 1-4 rest of year. $4.50. Ph: 902.432.2880. PEIC012 B North Cape (A135) North Cape, Nature & Technology in Perfect Harmony [Gem site], is on Hwy12 at the northwest tip of the island. At low tide, visitors can walk out to the longest natural rock reef in North America to view sea life and the harvesting of Irish moss. The North Cape interpretive center features and aquarium and AV presentation. Daily 9-8, July-Aug; 10-6 in June and Sept. $5; over 55 yrs = $4. Family rate $13. Ph: 902.882.2991. PEIC013 B OLeary (A135) Prince Edward Island Potato Museum is off Hwy142 at Parkview Drive and Dewar Lane. The Potato Hall of Fame is a highlight of the museum where visitors are greeted by a 14-foot sculptured spud. Allow one hour. Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5, May 15 thru Oct 15. $5; family rate $12. Ph: 902.859.2039. PEIC014 B Orwell (A135,136) 1) Orwell Corner Historic Village [Gem site], is off Hwy1 following signs. Its a recreation of a small rural crossroads of late 1890s with various house and shops.. Daily 9-4:30, mid-June to early-Sept. $5. Ph: 902.651.8510. 2) Sir Andrew MacPhail Homestead (a136) is off Hwy1, behind the Orwell Corner historic Village. Built in 1850, the 160-care homestead features restored home, antiques, gardens, etc. Allow one hour. Tues-Sat 9:30-4, Sun 1-5, late-June to mid-Oct. Donations. Ph: 902.651.2789. PEIC015 B Port Hill (A136) The Shipbuilding Museum and Historic Yeo House are off Hwy12 in Green Provincial Park. The museum traces the history of shipbuilding on Prince Edward Island, where some 4500 vessels set sail in the 1800s. Costumed interpreters provide tours. Allow 2 hours. Daily 9:30-5:30, early June thru late-Sept. $5; senior citizens $4. Ph: 902.831.7947. PEIC016 B Prince Edward Island National Park [Gem site], (A136,137) There is much to see and do here. Read the text on A136 & 137. The Gulf Shore Parkway is a scenic route for bicyclists and hikers and is located near Cavendish campground. A 3-mile cycling trail is near the Dalvay entrance gate. Admission to park is $5, earlyJune thru Labour Day; senior citizens $4.25; family rate $12.50.