About Us:
Atlantic Canada'sRiverfront Capital
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Services Offered:
Fabulous Free Evenings, 'Under The Stars' Classic Film Series, Changing of the Guard, Storyteller Series, Free Outdoor Summer Concerts, Guard House Theatre, Guided Heritage Walking Tours
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Description Of Area:
Fredericton is A Cultural Capital with summer outdoor concerts, theatre, films & storytelling! Fredericton is also home to Atlantic Canada's finest festivals, world class art, fine crafts & amazinf architecture!
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Description Of Property:
The Historic Garrison District is the 2-block area on Queen Street between Regent and York Streets, showcasing Fredericton’s history and culture.
Originally established as a British Military Garrison in 1784, the Historic Garrison District is now a National Historic Site. The original Guard House, Soldiers’ Barracks (Barracks Square) and Officers’ Quarters (Officers’ Square) buildings are open for tours and have interpretive exhibits. Officers’ Square, once a British parade square and recreation area for soldiers and officers is now a Heritage & Festival Centre.
Pick up the Historic Garrison District brochure at the Visitor Information Centre or anywhere within the Garrison.
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Description Of Adventure:
A Day in a Soldiers Life - A Children's Day Adventure: "Enlist" and enjoy a 1-hour historical experience. Once you are signed up and issued a tunic, you will enjoy a tour of the Soldiers Barracks and Guard House, and be given drill instruction. Participants receive a photo & certificate. Daily at 1:30pm, $7. 460-2837
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Description Of Activity:
'Under the Stars' Classic Film Series: Classic film screenings with stars like Boggie & Bacall. Short films & animations by NB filmmakers. Sunday evening at dusk (approx 9pm)
Changing of the Guard: With a flash of scarlet and a skirl of pipes, history comes to life! See a re-enactment of the INfantry School Corp which was established here in 1884, the birth of the Canadian Army! (Mon-Thurs 11am&7pm, Fri, Sat & Sun 11am & 4pm)
Guard House Theatre: Daily at 3pm
Outdoor Summer Concert: Officers' Square: Tuesday & Thursday at 7:30pm. Showcasing some of New Brunswick's top performers!
Outdoor Summer Concert: Main Street Amphitheatre: Wednesday at 7:30pm. Showcasing some of New Brunswick's top performers!
Outdoor Summer Concert at the Guard House: Wednesday, 12pm. Showcasing some of New Brunswick's top performers!
Lighthouse Music Series: Fridat at 7:30pm, Sunday at 3pm
Storyteller Series: Wednesday at 7:30pm. Magical yarns spun by Fredericton's master storytellers.
INFO FOR ALL: 460-2129
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Description Of Tour:
Heritage Walking Tours: Daily at 10am, 2pm & 4pm. Costumed guides will entertain you with local history and folklore as they take you on a free walking tour by some of downtown Fredericton's historic sites.
Self-guided Walking Tour: Pick up your booklets for self-guided walking tours at the City Hall Visitor Information Centre. Tours include: Historic Churches of Downtown Fredericton, Boss Gibson's Marysville - A 19th Centure Mill Town, Late Great Loyalists, Dr. Ivan Crowell's Tapestries & Downtown Attractions.
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Description Of Product:
Free Visitor Parking Passes: Passes valid at all municipal parking meters and surface parking lots. Out of province license plates valid for 3 days of free parking. Available at City Hall, 397 Queen Street & Tourism Office, 11 Carleton Street.
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Languages Our Staff Speaks:
Services available in English & French
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How To Find Us:
Fredericton Tourism is located at:
11 Carleton Street
Fredericton, NB
E3B 4Y7
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| Contact person |
Mary Ellen Hudson |
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(506) 460-2041 |
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(506) 460-2474 |
| Company |
Fredericton Tourism |
| Address |
11 Carleton Street
Fredericton, NB
Canada E3B 4Y7 |
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