Harvey Heritage

09/09/2026

And that’s a wrap on another incredible summer!

Our visitor centre officially closed for the season on Monday. A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and made this summer so special. We already can’t wait to see you next year.

But heritage never truly stops! Even though our doors are closed, we are still working hard behind the scenes.

We are still offering our usual year-round heritage services throughout the fall, winter and spring.

Are you a member needing archive access? Reach out to us! We can easily be persuaded to open the doors for your research projects.

Send us a message or visit the link in our bio to book an appointment or inquire about our year-round services.

See you next summer!

09/03/2026

This is an interesting heritage hike. Highly recommended!

Come join us at Tomlinson Lake on Saturday, October 3, from 12–6 PM for an afternoon of history, hiking, and exploration!

Walk the 2.8 km Hike to Freedom trail and discover the story of the freedom seekers who travelled through this area during the 1800s.

Throughout the afternoon, you can enjoy…

Historical exhibits presented by the New Brunswick Black History Society
Geocaching with CRAG — Capital Region Association of Geocachers
Historical interpretation by Kings Landing
Civil War encampment and musket demonstrations by the 5th New Hampshire Volunteers

We’re especially excited to welcome Kings Landing as a partner this year, with historical interpreters joining us to help bring the stories of the 1800s to life along the trail.

Bring your family, your walking shoes, and some water, and spend the afternoon exploring an important piece of New Brunswick history.

This is a pet friendly event. Bring your leashes.

08/31/2026

Some descendants of early Cork area families are travelling to Harvey in early September and would like to to connect with local relatives. Surnames represented in this gathering include Connors, Crowley, Sullivan, Donovan, Chessie, Burgoyne, McDade, and Mazerolle dit St. Louis.
To help them out, Harvey Heritage is hosting a special Meet & Greet at the Harvey Heritage Visitor Centre at the Upper Village Mall. If you have ties to these families or related branches in the region, come on out to share photos, swap stories, and meet your distant cousins!

08/15/2026

"On this National Acadian Day, Canada proudly celebrates the courage and resilience of the Acadian people.

The Tintamarre gives voice to that spirit: the sound of a resolute people who have endured great historical trials and who proclaim loud and clear that they are still very much alive.

Despite persecution and exile, l’Acadie has preserved its identity, language, culture and unique perspective on the world. It has successfully rebuilt dynamic, forward-looking communities. Today, Acadian vitality shines through its artists, the richness of its literature and the warm hospitality for which it is renowned.

Acadians have made immense contributions to our country. Whether by defending the French language in minority communities, contributing to the prosperity of the maritime regions, or passing on Acadian pride to younger generations, they are helping to build a modern, pluralistic society that welcomes newcomers and is capable of confidently meeting the challenges of tomorrow.

On behalf of all Canadians, I wish everyone a joyful National Acadian Day!" - Governor General Louise Arbour

08/14/2026

Come see the latest exhibit on loan from Kings Landing, New Brunswick, at the Harvey Heritage Visitor Centre!

Before the 1830s, Agricultural Societies began springing up across New Brunswick to share seeds, improve livestock, and foster friendly community competition through regional fairs. By 1864, Fredericton began hosting a Provincial Exhibition.

The artefacts in this exhibit highlight the traditions of these early competitions — representing actual entries from the 1878 Provincial Exhibition Prize List, including hand-woven baskets, intricate beadwork, and heirloom textiles.

08/12/2026

NEW 2027 Harvey Heritage Calendars!

Every building has a story, and our local stores have always been the heart of our community. Take a look back at classic photos, historical details and pieces of our heritage with The Community Stores of Our Past.

Available at WWE Smith's store and the Harvey Post Office or write to us at [email protected]

08/09/2026

Notice anything different?

The Harvey Heritage Visitor Centre has a lovely new (and much-needed) upgrade to our sign thanks to the efforts of some of our board members.

A huge thank you to Sheryl Bartlett, Liz MacLean, Aaron Rasenberg, and Meg Doughty for bringing this all together. It looks great!

What do you think of our new look?

08/03/2026

New to the Harvey Heritage Visitor Centre are some very old artefacts on special loan from Kings Landing!

Come see how medicine was practiced over a century ago! There’s a spirit burner used for sterilizing equipment, a first aid kit filled with turn-of-the-century remedies, along with 19th-century surgical instruments and Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syrup, a 1849 “cure-all” that secretly packed a dangerous dose of morphine and alcohol.

Come explore these artefacts and the wild history of early medicine at the Harvey Heritage Visitor Centre this week only!