Port George, Nova Scotia

Port George
Community

Port George Historic Lighthouse
Port George

Location of Port George in Nova Scotia

Coordinates: 45°0′13.14″N 65°9′29.5″W / 45.0036500°N 65.158194°W / 45.0036500; -65.158194
Country  Canada
Province  Nova Scotia
County Annapolis County
Founded 1812
Government
 • Governing body Annapolis County
Time zone ATS (UTC-4)
 • Summer (DST) Atlantic Daylight Saving Time (UTC-3)
Area code(s) 902

Port George is a seaside community in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, located in Annapolis County. It is a former port situated on the Bay of Fundy, 11 km north of Middleton, Nova Scotia just across North Mountain (Nova Scotia).[1] It sits on the 45th parallel north.

At one time Port George had a shipyard and carried on a good volume of sea trade in timber and agricultural produce with Boston and Saint John, New Brunswick. It was also a fishing port.

Originally established in 1760 it is thought to have be named for King George III in 1812.[2] The original name given to the area by the native Mi'Kmaq was "Goolwagopskooch" meaning "Haunt of the Hooded Seal".

Recognizable landmarks on its shorefront are the historic pepperpot lighthouse and the steeple of the old United Baptist church.

The community-owned pepperpot lighthouse, which dates to 1889, is an important navigational aid in the area. Originally it was sited on the end of one of two wharves, but when that wharf succumbed to storm damage it was moved in the early 1930s to its present position next to the road. The lighthouse is unusual in that it has a red fresnel light.[3][4][5]

Port George Old United Baptist Church

The Port George United Baptist church with its distinctive steeple was built in 1887.[6] It is now a private residence.

Port George is a popular summer destination, with pretty cottages, some small seasonal art and gift shops[7] and a provincial picnic park at Cottage Cove[8] overlooking a seal colony on Dunn's Rock.[9] Nearby is the community wharf with a new concrete boat ramp. One of few along this stretch of coastline.

It is also well known for its annual country jamboree [10] which takes place on the last Saturday of July every year.

A weekend of bluegrass and oldtime music is held every May holiday weekend at the recreation centre with a variety show on Saturday evening and a gospel concert on the Sunday morning.

References

  1. ↑ Port George Nova Scotia, History, Photos & Information
  2. ↑ http://www.annapolis-valley-vacation.com/valley-towns-trivia.html
  3. ↑ Nova Scotia Lighthouse Preservation Society, "Port George Lighthouse, Established 1888"
  4. ↑ Port George Lighthouse
  5. ↑ Light House Friends
  6. ↑ http://www.flickr.com/photos/sparechange63/2761042895/
  7. ↑ http://www.annapoliscountyspectator.ca/Living/2012-07-19/article-3035006/The-Blue-Shed/1
  8. ↑ http://www.novascotia.com/see-do/outdoor-activities/cottage-cove-provincial-park/2010
  9. ↑ Nova Scotia's Port George (tourist information)
  10. ↑ http://www.annapoliscountyspectator.ca/news/2015/7/25/food--music-and-family-fun-at-port-george-country-jamboree-.html

Coordinates: 45°0′13.14″N 65°9′29.5″W / 45.0036500°N 65.158194°W / 45.0036500; -65.158194 (Port George, Nova Scotia)


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