The Honourable Elmer MacFadyen, Minister Responsible for the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation today announced that hours of operation will be extended at Green Park and Basin Head Museum. The two locations will remain open until September 27, 2002.
"By allowing these facilities to remain open for an extended period of time, the public will enjoy increased access to important aspects of our heritage," says Minister MacFadyen. "It is my sincere hope that Islanders and visitors alike will take advantage of these extended hours to experience the traditions, cultures and artifacts on display at these facilities."
Located just east of Souris, Kings County, Basin Head tells the story of the province's historic inshore fishery through its displays and artifacts. On site are dioramas illustrating methods and materials, small-craft displays and a coastal ecology exhibit.
Located in Port Hill, Green Park Shipbuilding Museum traces the history of the once mighty shipbuilding industry and offers visitors a glimpse of a bygone era through the restored Victorian rooms of the Historic Yeo House.
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation operates seven sites across the province, supports educational and publishing programs and offers a wide variety of exhibits and special events to Islanders and visitors.