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Halifax, Nova Scotia - What’s Ashore
Pier 21 is known as Canada’s Ellis Island. This historic site at the Cruise Pavilion is the nation’s only remaining immigration shed. Nearly one million people arrived at the pier between 1928 and 1971 - perhaps trembling with fright at the unknown trials they might face. As they exited the pier into Halifax, the confident new arrivals became part of Canada’s diverse national fabric. The site was later used in humanitarian work. More than 500,000 Canadian troops departed from the pier to join the Allied effort in WWII. Relics and multimedia presentations help explain the story at the National Monument.
The Citadel: the path leading to here is easy to find. Just look for the looming Georgian style clock tower on George Street and follow the walkway adjacent to it. The fortress was reconstructed in 1856 as it had been several times prior to that year. The original was erected in 1749. It was built into the hill to protect it from heavy artillery but the thick walls collapsed regularly in spring thaws supplying builders with steady seasonal repair work.
The Brewery market is located on Lower Water Street which recreates Alexander Keith’s successful 19th century operation in a unique manner. Brewery workers in period costumes greet visitors and show them the careful process of beer making, 19th century style. Keith Hall just past the brewery, was Alexander Keith’s 1863 residence.
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