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York-Sunbury Historical Society Museum

571 Queen Street, Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 5C8, Canada
506/455-6041
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The York Sunbury Museum
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Ranked #5 of 13 attractions in Fredericton
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Traveller Description: It All Starts Here! The York Sunbury Museum was founded in 1934 by the York Sunbury Historical Society. The Society was formed in 1932 and now has... more »
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Fredericton, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Fredericton's History in an hour”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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Good interpretive video, about a dozen different history theme exhibits, the largest frog in the world (stuffed), old stone museum building is in the barracks where the Canadian Army started in the 1880's. More

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28 reviews 28 reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
“Interesting History Museum”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012
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This is a great place to see, even if you live locally. The guides are great and the amount of information provided is a history lesson well done. You have to see the frog. More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
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“A large decaying frog and nothing else worth seeing.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Ooops, was that out loud? Seriously, what gives with this place. Nice rooms, sorry 'bout the content. More

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“It All Starts Here”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2009
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This museum really does have something for everyone, no matter what their age or interest. There are play areas, colouring tables, and activities for the children. The exhibits cover all aspects of New Brunswick history. There is a First World War trench, an agricultural exhibit, and a 19th century gallery. There are exhibits on the Loyalists, the Acadians, and Aboriginals,... More

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York-Sunbury Historical Society Museum
571 Queen Street
Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 5C8
Canada
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