Moncton Museum

The Moncton Museum's mission is to collect, conserve, study, exhibit and interpret historic and heritage material of Moncton and the surrounding area. The Museum explores and showcases many facets of Moncton's history through a variety of mediums: its permanent collection, temporary and travelling exhibits, research library and educational programs.

Guided Tours

The Moncton Museum offers guided bilingual tours to interested organizations, schools and groups. For more information or to book a tour, please contact the Museum.

Workshops and Programs

Various educational programs ( Agent M Club, January 16-February 27, March 6-May 1) are offered throughout the year. For more information, please contact the Museum. (See Thomas Williams House for more workshops)

Permanent Exhibit

The Moncton Museum hosts a collection of artifacts and photographs recounting the region's history. Many of these objects are part of the Museum's permanent collection. This exhibit relates Moncton's history from the time of the Micmacs to today. There are treasures to discover from the period preceding the Deportation of Acadians, the time when agriculture was Moncton's primary economic engine, the golden shipbuilding years and the railway era.

Temporary and Travelling Exhibits

Temporary and traveling exhibitions are an important part of the Moncton Museum’s programming. View the latest edition of the Heritage Newsletter.

Research and Archives

The Moncton Museum has a large collection of historical photographs and archival documents pertaining to the history of the Greater Moncton region. Genealogical records include printed census returns for Westmorland and Albert Counties, Moncton city directories and other related histories. The Museum has a research library for the use of staff and the visiting public. Those who wish to consult the archives are required to make an appointment by contacting Museum.

Please view the Moncton Museum Research Policy for further information.

Greater Moncton Museum Society

The Greater Moncton Museum Society serves to further the aims and objectives of the Moncton Museum and heritage community through its volunteer membership. The members take an active role in the life of the Museum and provide leadership and participation in fund raising and other promotional activities. Please contact the Museum for further information.

Please view the Museum Society membership brochure for further information.

Greater Moncton Museum Society Board of Directors (2009-2010): Lourdes O'Reilly (President), Gregory Murphy (Vice-President), Eric Guy (Secretary), Evan Hickey (Treasurer), Directors:  David Reid, Heather Fowlie, Peter Rafferty, Ryan Killiam, Margaret-Ann MacBeth, Sandra Wallace, Julia Murphy, Jim Dunfield, Tyson Milner 

Rentals

The Education Room at the Moncton Museum is available for rent. The room is 700 square feet (approx 32’ X 22’). The room will hold a maximum of 50 people for a reception with a couple of tables throughout the room. The room may also be used as a meeting room with tables and chairs for approx 20-25 people. Tables, chairs, a flip chart and a projection screen are available for use with the rental of the room. 

Bookings are now done through the Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Culture Department at City Hall and online. Payment is due in full at time of booking. Payments can be made by credit card or cheque.