Nov
30
7:00 p.m.19:00
Customer Appreciation Evening
Avoid the hectic malls and spend the evening relaxing, as our staff help you check off your gift list.
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Nov
12
to Dec 23
Gallery Show: "Do You See What I See?"
Cooperative artists exhibition featuring a new, original paintings, mixed media, pottery, and photography.
Sep
23
7:00 p.m.19:00
2017 Bartlett Lecture
Captain Andrew C. McNeill will reflect upon his experiences in the Arctic with the Canadian Coast Guard, and explore how changes in science, technology, safety regulations, environmental protections, and climate have impacted operations since the days of Captain Bob Bartlett.
Nov
13
to Dec 24
The Grumpy Goat Gallery: "Fair Winds and Following Seas"
The Water Street Gallery invites you to join us for "Fair Winds and Following Seas", the final collaborative show of Cara Kansala and Max Dorey as The Grumpy Goat Gallery. The show will feature new original works from this dynamic duo.
Nov
12
12:00 a.m.00:00
Downtown Tax Free Day
It's time for the annual Downtown St. John's Tax-Free Day! You can score great gifts for all your loved ones with tax-free savings on all regular-priced merchandise Saturday, November 12th ONLY.
Oct
22
9:00 a.m.09:00
Scratch and Dent Clearance
Massive clearance on lightly shop-worn items, discontinued merchandise, and retail units will be taking place on the second floor of our 309 Water Street Heritage Shop on Saturday, October 22nd. 60-90% off retail price!
Oct
22
12:00 a.m.00:00
20% Off Customer Appreciation Sale
We're kicking off the holiday shopping season early for our wonderful Heritage Shop customers! You can score great gifts for all your loved ones with 20% off all regular-priced merchandise on Saturday, October 22nd ONLY!
Sep
9
to Sep 10
Heart's Content Cable Conference
Guest speakers will explore topics related to the first successful transatlantic cable landing in 1866 and the community of Heart's Content. The conference is part of the extended celebrations marking the 150th Anniversary.
Aug
12
to Aug 14
After Beaumont Hamel
A weekend of special events and interactive military demonstrations. Learn how the Newfoundland Regiment recovered after the devastation of Beaumont Hamel and continued to serve until their disbandment in 1919.
Sep
19
7:00 p.m.19:00
2015 Bartlett Lecture
2015 Bartlett Lecture
Lecturer: Philip Pratt
Topic: "Settled from the Sea": starting in Brigus, an exploration of old and new NL architecture
Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2015 at 7:00pm
Location: St. George's Heritage Church, Brigus, Newfoundland
No admission required for the lecture itself.
For dinner reservations or more information on the lecture, please contact the HSA:
E-mail: events@historicsites.ca
Phone: (709) 753-5515
Sep
19
5:00 p.m.17:00
Pre-Lecture Bartlett Dinner
Pre-Lecture Bartlett Dinner
Ticket admits one to the pre-lecture buffet dinner and dessert, fully catered by Skipper Ben’s. Drinks available from on site bar.
Dinner Location: Brigus Rec Centre, Water Street, Brigus
Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2015 at 5:00pm.
Purchase dinner tickets by phone (709) 753-5515 or online.
Aug
22
10:00 a.m.10:00
WW1 Presentation
Join Parks Canada staff for this informative session on the lives and duties of WW1 soldiers. Featuring historical uniforms and equipment. For more information, please call Hawthorne Cottage at (709) 528-4004.
Aug
16
3:00 p.m.15:00
Fort Cape Spear
Travel back to the Second World War on an interpretive walk amid concrete bunkers and gun barrels pointing seaward at Fort Cape Spear, remnants of a coastal defence battery on the lookout for German naval attackers.
Aug
9
3:00 p.m.15:00
Fort Cape Spear
Travel back to the Second World War on an interpretive walk amid concrete bunkers and gun barrels pointing seaward at Fort Cape Spear, remnants of a coastal defence battery on the lookout for German naval attackers.
Aug
2
3:00 p.m.15:00
Fort Cape Spear
Travel back to the Second World War on an interpretive walk amid concrete bunkers and gun barrels pointing seaward at Fort Cape Spear, remnants of a coastal defence battery on the lookout for German naval attackers.
Aug
1
8:30 a.m.08:30
Re-Opening Celebration: Signal Hill Heritage Shop @Cabot Tower
Come join us on the first floor of Cabot Tower to celebrate! Our Heritage Shop will be giving away FREE Newfoundland and Labrador calendars to the first 100 customers, you can enter to win a gift basket filled with beautiful local products and you can sample our delicious chocolate covered wildberries from Dark Tickle.
Jul
26
3:00 p.m.15:00
Fort Cape Spear
Travel back to the Second World War on an interpretive walk amid concrete bunkers and gun barrels pointing seaward at Fort Cape Spear, remnants of a coastal defence battery on the lookout for German naval attackers.
Jul
25
7:00 p.m.19:00
"Taste of Vinland" Gala
Come and experience the “A Taste of Vinland” Gala. Celebrate an exciting evening cultural celebration. Enjoy a feast of Norse and Newfoundland fusion, along with entertainment by Viking interpretors and local musicians.
Jul
21
to Jul 31
Westward Viking Festival
Enjoy Viking-sized celebrations during the ten day Westward Viking Festival. Activities include: guided tours, music, dancing and storytelling inspired by Iceland, Norway and Newfoundland. Meet costumed Vikings and bring along your cloak and cap!
Jul
19
3:00 p.m.15:00
Fort Cape Spear
Travel back to the Second World War on an interpretive walk amid concrete bunkers and gun barrels pointing seaward at Fort Cape Spear, remnants of a coastal defence battery on the lookout for German naval attackers.
Jul
18
1:00 p.m.13:00
Canada's Parks Day - Port au Choix
Join in the celebration of Canada's parks with Parks Canada at Port au Choix! There will be a campfire, games, cake, refreshments and special activities at the limestone barrens and visitor centre.
Jul
18
10:30 a.m.10:30
Canada's Parks Day - L'Anse aux Meadows
Join in the celebration of Canada's parks with Parks Canada at L'Anse aux Meadows! Take a break from exploring this recreated Norse settlement and head to the sod hut area for a campfire, complete with wieners, marshmallows and drinks!
Jul
18
10:00 a.m.10:00
Canada's Parks Day - Red Bay
Join in the celebration of Canada's parks with Parks Canada at Red Bay! There will guides walks, samples of traditional Basque and Labrador food and storytelling from Red Bay's ancient whaling station history.
Jun
21
1:00 p.m.13:00
National Aboriginal Day
Join Parks Canada for a celebration of aboriginal heritage through crafts, drumming and traditional foods.
Jun
21
1:00 p.m.13:00
National Aboriginal Day
Join Parks Canada for a day of traditional aboriginal games, bannok and berry tastings, and a cultural presentation.
Jun
11
to Jul 5
Young Citizens Voting
11 students from Newfoundland and Labrador have been chosen to participate in this year's Young Citizen program! These students were chosen at the Regional Heritage Fairs for their outstanding projects, passion for their topic and excellent communication skills.
Now the students have created videos about their projects and they need your vote! Two students from Newfoundland and Labrador will be chosen as 2015 Young Citizens and will receive a trip to Ottawa to attend Canada's History Forum. Voting counts for 50% of the student's score, with a panel of judges reviewing the videos and selecting the final recipients.
Jun
1
to Aug 31
Percy's Puffin Passport Program
From June 1st to August 31st, 2015 Heritage Shops will be offering visitors a chance to receive a FREE 4" Plush Puffin. Just visit any 5 of our 11 participating locations, get your passport stamped, and once you collect 5 stamps you will receive your very own puffin! Passports can be picked up at one of our locations, or you can print your own at home.
Heritage Shops
- 309 Water Street, St. John's
- 158 Duckworth Street, St. John's
- St. John's Int'l Airport (Departures)
- Cape Spear, just outside St. John's
- Castle Hill, Placentia
- Ryan Premises, Bonavista
- Port au Choix, Western Newfoundland
- L'Anse aux Meadows, Northern Peninsula
National Historic Sites
- Signal Hill, St. John's
- Hawthorne Cottage, Brigus
- Red Bay, Labrador
May
2
10:00 a.m.10:00
Apr
21
to May 14