# Strait Area Museum > Bridging the Past and the Future ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://straitareamuseum.ca/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. 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Our Purpose The Strait Area Museum is committed to conserving and promoting the heritage and history of the Strait Area by engaging, educating, and entertaining residents and visitors from diverse communities while providing opportunities to deepen the understanding of past choices, present circumstances, and future possibilities. Hours & Admission Opening Hours May – June: 9am-5pm […] - [Our History](https://straitareamuseum.ca/our-history/): Our History In 1978, a group of interested people formed the Port Hastings Historical Society. We realized that Port Hastings, the community that is the gateway to Cape Breton Island has been the original link with the mainland, becoming a thriving village with stores, hotels, telegraph offices, coal pier and the point where the mail came to the island. We felt that it was important for children growing up here to have an appreciation of the past, a sense of identity and knowledge about Port Hasting history. Since we boasted five motels in the community by this time, it was […] - [Gallery](https://straitareamuseum.ca/gallery/): Gallery - [Our Collection](https://straitareamuseum.ca/our-collection/): Click here - [Events](https://straitareamuseum.ca/home/events/): Events - [Ice Cream Barn](https://straitareamuseum.ca/icecreambarn/): Ice Cream Barn Our ice cream barn is located right next to our museum. We have a variety of hard ice cream flavours from both Chapmans and Scotsburn. Stop by and enjoy a refreshing treat and support our museum! Hours Hours: 1-9 Daily from late June till early September  Our Ice Cream Barn is open this summer following public health guidelines. - [Volunteering](https://straitareamuseum.ca/volunteering/): Volunteering at the Strait Area Museum is more than just an opportunity to give back—it’s a chance to become part of a community that celebrates and preserves the rich heritage of our region. By joining our team of dedicated volunteers, you can help bring history to life, connect with others who share your passion, and make a lasting impact on our community. Whether you’re looking to share your skills, learn something new, or simply make a difference, the Strait Area Museum has a place for you. Why Volunteer with Us? Volunteering at the Strait Area Museum offers countless rewards, including: […] - [Donor Dashboard](https://straitareamuseum.ca/donor-dashboard/) - [Donation Failed](https://straitareamuseum.ca/donation-failed/): We're sorry, your donation failed to process. Please try again or contact site support. - [Donation Confirmation](https://straitareamuseum.ca/donation-confirmation/) - [Exhibition Compact](https://straitareamuseum.ca/exhibition-compact/): Events Find out what’s on at the museum’s: from current and upcoming exhibitions, to guided tours, workshops, children’s activities and events. We host Ceilidhs at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre on Tuesday nights June-October. Ceilidh schedule and more information can be found at this link: http://www.capebretonceilidh.com/   current upcoming past Load More No Data - [Gallery Grid](https://straitareamuseum.ca/gallery-grid/): Gallery grid - [Donate](https://straitareamuseum.ca/donate/): Donate Help Support the Museum Help Support your Community With your help we can showcase the extraordinary lives and events of our community for years to come.A gift from you will allow us to: A donation to the Strait Area Museum plays a vital role in preserving the unique heritage of our region while fostering community engagement and education. Your contribution helps ensure that we can continue to share the rich stories of our past through well-maintained exhibits and dynamic programming. By donating, you support: Artifact Preservation: Protecting and restoring valuable historical items that reflect the area’s culture and traditions. […] - [Welcome to the Museum](https://straitareamuseum.ca/welcome/): Welcome to the Museum Accessibility and Inclusion We have created a Space where your abilities are endless. Through NFC Technology we have made a connection to the Museum that everyone can access. What is NFC Technology? NFC (Near Field Communication) is a wireless communication technology that enables museum visitors to interact with exhibits using their smartphones or NFC-enabled devices. By simply tapping their device on an NFC tag, visitors are directed to a website that provides additional information about the exhibit, such as descriptions, images, and multimedia content. This technology enriches the visitor experience and ensures accessibility for a diverse […] - [Contact](https://straitareamuseum.ca/contact/): Contact Us Contact Us We are here to help you at any time all over the world so don’t hesitate to reach us at any moment. Contact Info 24 Hwy 19 Port Hastings, N.S Canada (902) 625-1295 Straitareamuseum@gmail.com Hours May – June: 9am-5pm Mon-Fri July – August: 9am-5pm Mon-Sun September- October: 9am-5pm Mon-Fri November-April: 9am-5pm Mondays or By Appointment Social Connect Facebook Instagram - [Collections testing](https://straitareamuseum.ca/collections-testing/) - [About](https://straitareamuseum.ca/about/): Our History In 1978, a group of interested people formed the Port Hastings Historical Society. We realized that Port Hastings, the community that is the gateway to Cape Breton Island has been the original link with the mainland, becoming a thriving village with stores, hotels, telegraph offices, coal pier and the point where the mail came to the island. We felt that it was important for children growing up here to have an appreciation of the past, a sense of identity and knowledge about Port Hasting history. Since we boasted five motels in the community by this time, it was […] - [On Board And Staff](https://straitareamuseum.ca/about-on-board-and-staff/): On Board & Staff Board of Directors Logan Fox President of Port Hastings Historical Society Mya Boucher Vice President of Port Hastings Historical Society Angie MacIsaac Executive Director Tracy DeCoste Treasurer Edwin Wright Secretary - [Home](https://straitareamuseum.ca/home/): Home Visit Us About Accessibility at the Museum On Board And Staff Membership Volunteering Collections Events Contact Us Donate Shop Login Slide 1 “> Bridging the Past and the FutureServing the Community Since 1978View Details Hours May – June: 9am-5pm Mon-FriJuly – August: 9am-5pm Mon-SunSeptember- October: 9am-5pm Mon-FriNovember-April: 9am-5pm Mondays or By Appointment Come Visit Us! 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