Irish Historical Park

The Miramichi was a point of arrival for many immigrants. The Chatham Mercury reported 29th May 1826, that about 1500 immigrants had arrived by that date. In July 1827 the Eleanor arrived with about 200 passengers, and much sickness. A Quarantine station was established on Middle Island in 1827. In 1986 the Miramichi Irish Festival erected a Celtic Cross on the island and a historic park was established that was devoted to the memory of the Irish Immigrants that lived and died in the Miramichi. The park has an interpretive centre, and is dominated by a large Celtic cross.

Scottish Interpretive Centre

Wilsons Point is a site with great significance to the history of Miramichi. Many of the earliest English speaking settlers lived and were buried in this area and it holds the history of our Scottish ancestors. This historic site is dedicated to the Scottish settlers that established the first English-speaking settlements in the area. A replica of the first Presbyterian Church and an interpretive centre are two of its attractions.

Boishebert National Historic Site

The Boishebert National Historic Site of Canada and Wilson's Point make up the site where, under the leadership of Charles Deschamps de Boishébert, many Acadians sought refuge when they were being expelled by the English from Acadia. Unfortunately when they arrived, they found little shelter and very little food. It was first settled by the Mi'kmaq people and it shows the evolution of Indian, Acadian, and Scottish peoples since that time. Guided tours are available to the island which includes an interpretation centre and cemetery.

Beaubear's Island National Historic Site

Beaubear's Island Ship Building Interpretive Centre A National Historic Site, the island is likely the only preserved shipbuilding site left in Canada. The island is located in the centre of the city, but is only accessible by boat. The island was once the focal point of the area’s bustling shipbuilding industry.

The Metepenagiag Heritage Park

Visit the Metepenagiag Heritage Park and experience the ancient Mi´kmaq culture that has existed at its life source for over 3,000 years. There is much to discover at the village of 30 centuries! View the archeological finds of this enduring village and, for the first time, see historic Mi´kmaq ceramic pottery. Understand the significance and traditions presented from the Augustine Mound National Historic Site and the Oxbow National Historic Site. Time-honored traditions await you at Metepenagiag...where spirits live!