Lower Selma Museum (East Hants Historical Society)

Quaint little musesum with a great display. Guide was a wealth of information.

Really informative tour guides,strongly recommend

I first became aware of the Lr. Selma Museum when I saw a documentary film at the Atlantic Film Festival a few years ago. I think it was called East Hants This is us or something like that. Finally this summer I got to make two visits.It is an impressive little museum housed in an old church in a beautiful setting. I had seen the excellent videos on the 84th Regiment on Facebook and as I am descended from at least 4 of the members I was very interested in exploring their resources. With the help of Jenna MacPhee, the museum summer employee whose ancestors we share I was able to flesh out my genealogies. She has a keen interest in the MacPhee family history and could quickly find information in the many resources at the museum.Also it is a beautiful drive from Windsor whether you follow the coastline or go through the beautiful countryside around Kennetcook.

This museum is an invaluable resource for those wishing to learn more about the history of East Hants. Among the resources available to visitors are those which explore the histories of individual communities, as well as genealogical information of many local families.

During the past two summers, I have visited the Lower Selma Museum five times, enjoying the progress made during renovations and receiving A-I tours from the well trained , knowledgeable summer staff who took pride in their work and sharing information and stories pertaining to the artifacts. I enjoy the museum's Facebook page and marvel at the great amount of work that has been accomplished- cemeteries, renovations to the museum building, the exhibits and records. Beautiful setting, too. Kudos to the board, staff and volunteers!!! Well done!! The walls are striking( There's a story there and the guides are excellent story tellers..)

Interesting building (former church) with nice display of local artifacts.

Amazing history of the area.

Had a wonderful experience discussing family history with Pat Whidden; she is an invaluable wealth of information.

If you are a resident of East Hants, or from away" with an interest in the history of East Hants