Pictures Tell the Story in Nova Scotia Museum Online Exhibit

Nova Scotians and people around the world can experience part of the province's expansive museum collection online, from Jurassic-aged fossils to Mi'kmaq moose hair embroidery.

Nova Scotia Made, Nova Scotia Used, Nova Scotia Found is a virtual exhibit showcasing images and information about 100 unique artifacts and specimens that reflect the diversity of the province's culture and heritage.

The high-quality photography shines a spotlight on each item's beauty and complexity. The zoomify feature allows viewers to spin objects 360 degrees, to view them from any angle.

The featured objects represent seven of the Nova Scotia Museum's curatorial disciplines - botany, geology, zoology, archaeology, ethnology, history and marine history. The backstory and curatorial notes for each object are included to provide insight about their significance.

The Nova Scotia Museum has 27 sites from one end of the province to the other. Established in 1868, it is one of the oldest museum systems in Canada. The museum is committed to public education, community partnerships and showcasing Nova Scotia's rich history to residents, and visitors from around the world.