Below you will find other Pictou County information about various topics that do not necessarily fit into our main categories.
Maps | Pictou County Place Names | History | Photos | Books
The act of identifying a place is a powerful tool that allows us to recognize and navigate our surroundings. Place names can serve as landmarks, helping to connect us to the landscapes we call home. Canada has about 350,000 official place names, that include names of populated places, water bodies and geographical features, with a variety of origins, including descriptive features, Indigenous origin, people and religions.
The Pictou Historical Photograph Society’s mission is to collect, copy, preserve, and share old photographs of Pictou and area. The collection is available to authors, researchers, organizations and individuals looking into family or community history …
Pictou County through Maps and Geography – Pictou County is a region with a rich and diverse geography that offers something for everyone. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, exploring the region’s geography through its maps, hiking trails, and historic sites is a great way to discover the hidden gems of this beautiful place. Pictou County .net is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to explore the region’s geography and plan their next adventure in this stunning part of Nova Scotia.
Over 2400 communities appear in Place Names and Places of Nova Scotia, in alphabetical order and accompanied by a brief, concise entry describing community highlights such as first settlement, first churches, first schools, primary industries, significant events and notable citizens. The online version is fully searchable
East River Valley information site helps promote the sustainability of the East River Valley communities. Browse photos, local information and download the Newsletter …
The Pictou County Postcards Collection (pictoupostcards.com) showcases various historic postcards that were available in shops throughout Pictou County, during the Edwardian Era (about 1900 to 1919).
NovaStory is a service of the Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library. Their goal is to ensure the digital preservation and awareness of historical and cultural materials. You can find old maps, genealogy related material and more …
Need to keep the family busy, or just looking for some things to do? Great resource for current activities happening, is Whats Up Pictou County Events website