Sydney Museums

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Built in 1787, this was the residence of the Rev. Ranna Cossit, Sydney's first permanent Anglican minister. It is believed to be Sydney's oldest surviving house and features early New England colonial architecture and period furnishings. Open June 1 - October 15, donations welcomed.
BulletSt. Patrick's Church Museum
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The oldest Roman Catholic church on Cape Breton Island, erected in 1828 in the Pioneer Gothic style of architecture, this restored stone building now houses artifacts depicting the history of Sydney. Admission by donation.
BulletThe Jost House
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The Jost House, circa 1786, was purchased by Thomas Jost in 1836. Jost was a Halifax merchant and his family remained on the property until 1971. Today the house is filled with Victorian artifacts and each room features a different theme. The kitchen is housed in the basement with a cooking fireplace and a beehive bake-oven. Local collections can be found within the house, as well as 20th century medicinals.
BulletCape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science
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The Centre for Heritage and Science is open year-round and features a variety of permanent and changing exhibits, which delineate the history and culture of Cape Breton Island. Displays for children are offered in Discovery Corner.
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