Queens County Heritage

It happened here! For thousands of years Queens County has been a microcosm of the provincial and national experience - Indigenous, Acadians, Loyalists, European migration, Confederation, Great Depression and the World Wars – we were there.

Visit the Tilley House (69 Front St., Gagetown) to hear stories of some of Queens County's most interesting people, such as Father of Confederation, Sir Samuel Leonard Tilley, and artist Anthony Flower; discover 19th-century New Brunswick fine art, furniture and clothing; and examine Wolastoqiyik and Mi'kmaq culture.

Visit the Loomcrofters Studio (69 Front St., Gagetown) to hear stories of one of the oldest buildings still standing in New Brunswick and the world renowned Loomcrofters Hand Weaving. Discover the designers and makers of the Royal Canadian Air Force Tartan, the New Brunswick Tartan, and try your hand at weaving.

Visit the Court House (16 Court House Rd., Gagetown) and discover one of New Brunswick's architectural gems; hear stories of some of Queens County's most interesting court cases; sit in the prisoner's box and the judge's chair; research your family history and explore our latest exhibition of local culture and heritage.

Visit the Flower House (2270 Lower Cambridge Rd., Cambridge-Narrows) to hear the story of artist Anthony Flower; discover 19th-century New Brunswick fine art, furniture and clothing. The Flower House is alive with exhibitions and cultural activities. Discover the rich and diverse stories of our heritage.

Hours : 

• June 11 to August 31, Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm
• September 1 to October 31, Tuesday to Saturday, by appointment or by chance
• November 1 to April 26, closed for the season
• April 27 to June 9, Tuesday to Saturday, by appointment or by chance