Fort Gaspareaux National Historic Site

Victoria Square, located in Amherst, Nova Scotia, is a charming community plaza at the heart of downtown. The square features a cenotaph and a gazebo bandstand, providing a picturesque setting for various community events. Visitors can enjoy free family movies and music in the summer, while winter months offer a dazzling holiday lighting display. Surrounded by historic buildings including a courthouse and churches, Victoria Square is a popular spot for taking pictures. The square is home to engraved granite blocks memorializing Amherst's four Fathers of Confederation. Equipped with lighting and a sound system, the square offers a welcoming ambiance for all who visit. Generated from the website content