Cumberland County Museum and Archives was established by The Amherst Township Historical Society in 1981. The Society continues to govern the Museum and Archives, to collect, preserve, interpret and promote Cumberland County's past.

The Society was incorporated as a registered charitable organization in 1973 and operates the Museum with the assistance of the Nova Scotia Department of Tourism and Culture.

You can become a member for just $15.00 per year. Your Membership benefits include:

• A subscription to the "Cumberland Reflector" newsletter published three times a year.
• Free admission to the Museum.
• Personal invitation to all exhibit openings.
• Personal contact (if you are not long distance) informing you of museum events, programs, speakers, field trips and workshops.

We are a charitable organization and can provide tax receipts for donations, upon request.

Manager/Curator

Shirley Nickerson

2007-2008 Board of Directors

A Board of Directors of no more than 12 manage the Museum on behalf of the Society.