Saint Mary’s Anglican Church Hillsborough is historically significant as a symbol of the development of the Anglican Church. Throughout the British colonial empire, being affiliated with the Church of England…
Steeves House Museum
Hillsborough and Albert County were included in the Mi’kmaq First Nation’s territory, which included northern Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and much of New Brunswick. The Acadian people, who established…
Hillsborough Mastodon
Evidence of the ice age can be found all over New Brunswick, however the ice age fossils tell some of the most interesting stories. One of the best-known ice age…
Peck Memorial Hall
The Peck Memorial Hall, situated at 2820 Main Street in Hillsborough, holds local historic significance for its connection to Lieutenant George Bishop Peck, its role in serving the community, and…
Rose Arbor – Hillsborough
Rose Arbor, a two-story Queen Anne Revival residence with consistent massing, was constructed by Jordan Steeves in 1887 for the newly appointed medical practitioner in Hillsborough, Dr. Bliss A. Marven….
Captain William Irving House – Hillsborough
The Captain William Irving House in Hillsborough is designated a Local Historic Place for its association with its enterprising owners and for its architecture. In 1848 Captain William Irving, (1816-1905) built…
Acadian Battlefield Monument
The Acadian Battlefield, the site of the Battle of Hillsborough, is historically significant because of the pivotal role it played in the history of eastern Canada. Despite their victory here,…
John Wallace Farm – Hillsborough
The John Wallace Farm in Hillsborough holds historical importance as the residence of John Wallace (1812-1896), whose grandparents immigrated to New Brunswick from Donegal, Northern Ireland. In addition to managing…