Great Hall of the Clans at the Gaelic College

Date: June 17th 2024 until October 10th 2024

The Great Hall of the Clans is the home of your cultural experiences on campus. With an interactive museum, you will discover the ancient history of the settlers to this area from the Highlands of Scotland, along with an exploration of the traditions still living today. The Rev. Norman MacLeod Exhibit takes you on a journey around the world, from Scotland to St. Ann’s and later on to Waipu, New Zealand. A fascinating tale, it interprets the life of the man, and the preacher, allowing each visitor to know the history and experience one of the most remarkable migrations in history.

Get a first-hand look at the living traditions of Nova Scotia Gaels with our cultural demonstrations. Witness the construction of a great kilt, learn some Gaelic words and a song during a milling frolic, tap your toes to some traditional Cape Breton music, and watch our master weaver create one-of-a-kind pieces at the loom. (Offered June 28 – September 13, 2024 starting at 10:30am, and included in admission fee. Weaving demo not available in September)

Ceilidhs and concerts are offered throughout the year, with lunchtime ceilidhs running Monday to Friday during KitchenFest!: June 28, July 2 – 5, then July 29 – August 23, 2024, admission: $20, and Wednesday Night Ceilidhs weekly at 7:30pm, admission: $15. See website for details.

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Debit, and cash are accepted.

Bus tours are welcome.

Features

• Picnic Tables
• Meeting Facilities
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Bus Tours
• Gift Shop
• Parking