Province House
Canada's oldest legislative building still in use, opened in 1819, a Palladian sandstone building you can visit for free.
Province House opened in 1819 and is the oldest legislative building in Canada still in use. The Nova Scotia legislature has met here ever since. Visiting author Charles Dickens described this Palladian sandstone building as “a miniature Whitehall.” The Red Chamber and the legislative chamber can be visited for free, and guided tours are offered on weekdays (security screening is required before entry). It is on Hollis Street in the city center, next to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.
Opening hours
Weekdays approx. 09:00–16:00; also open weekends in summer
Nearby sights
- Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
- St. Paul's Church, Halifax
- Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market
- Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
- HMCS Sackville
- Halifax Town Clock
- Alexander Keith's Brewery
- Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk