The Kentville Historical Society
Encouraging and strengthening the appreciation and understanding of the historical and cultural heritage of the Town of Kentville.
THE STORY OF KENTVILLE
Kentville is located on the Cornwallis River, about eight miles upstream from its mouth in central Nova Scotia. The town was settled in the 1760s by New England Planters after the expulsion of the Acadians. Originally called Horton’s Corner, it was renamed Kentville in 1826 to honour the Duke of Kent — father of Queen Victoria — who stayed here during a hunting trip in 1794.
THE KENTVILLE HERITAGE CENTRE
You’ll find us in the historic former VIA Rail Station at 66 Station Lane in Kentville.
Plan your visit today and explore a fascinating collection of photographs, artifacts, and stories from Kentville’s past, the Dominion Atlantic Railway, and beyond!
The Kentville Historical Society 