Newfoundland and Labrador hosts an incredibly diverse and fascinating history ranging across ancient habitation, the earliest European explorers, colonial struggles, modern communications advances and much so more. In association with Parks Canada, the Historic Sites Association is involved with six National Historic Sites in this province.
Signal Hill
Dominating St. John’s Skyline, Signal Hill has been a vital part of this province’s military and communications history.
Cape Spear
The most easterly point in North America, Cape Spear is also home to the oldest remaining lighthouse on the island.
Castle Hill
A strategic military location in the 17th and 18th centuries, today it holds the remains of French and English fortifications.
Hawthorne Cottage
The Brigus home of Captain Robert Bartlett and one of the few remaining examples of picturesque architectural style.
Ryan Premises
Step back into the heyday of the Newfoundland cod fishery and the merchant family, the Ryan's
Red Bay
Discover the historic finds from this 16th-century Basque whaling station
Port aux Choix
Explore the remains of over 5,500 years of habitation by groups including: Dorset Palaeoeskimo and Maritime Archaic, Groswater and Recent Indians.
L’Anse aux Meadows
Be transported back in time 1,000 years to the days of the Viking explorers and immerse yourself in the ancient history.