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January 18, 2012

Someone special is celebrating this summer? The Village Historique Acadien is the perfect place for a wedding, anniversary, photo opportunities, private party and much more.

With the Hôtel Château Albert (possibility of 18 rooms), dining room, historical site (photos), multi-fonction room (hall)...

INFO: Myriam Léger; myriam.leger@gnb.ca; (506) 726.2600 - (877) 721.2200

October 1, 2011

The Village Historique Acadien is now closed but you can still discover the natural beauty of the Village Historique Acadien (VHA) during fall, winter and spring! The VHA is proud to welcome free of charge, walkers and runners on its historical site during its off season (except April and May).

5000 times THANK YOU! 35th Anniversary Agricultural Fair next year!

The annual Agricultural Fair is this weekend September 10 and 11.

For two days, starting at 9 am with a traditionnal breakfast and at 10 am, visit the local artisans all lined up in the Antoine-Landry room, purchase your preserves and jams from the Robin Shed. At 11:30 live music, free corn on the cob and molasse cake is served. And at 1:30 the live auction begins, you could purchased chickens, pigs, cows, sheeps, wool and linen productst that were made during the summer and much more. Two fun filled days - purchase you 2 day package including: saturday breakfast and two days on site.

ATTENTION! ATTENTION! Due to the rainy forcast for sunday, we decided to move the event "Chidren's day" to TOMORROW, SATURDAY AUGUST 27th. Please share that information with the families around you; it is THE family event of the summer at VHA!

What is happening on the shores of Rivière-du-Nord? Look to this page to keep abreast of activities, special events about the Village Historique Acadien.

The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) lauched their brand new Signature Experciences Collection, yesterday in Banff and the VHA is on the initial list of the 48 authentic experiences. VHA will be part of CTC's marketing campain for visitors, professionnal tour buyers and other professionnals of the touristic industry. The program will start in United-Kingom, in France, in Germany and Australia!

This is quite an honnor, since VHA shares the ranks with attractions such as the Ice Hotel in Quebec and

Canadian Rockies Highlights from British Columbia.

La Commission canadienne du tourisme (CCT) lancait hier à Banff sa toute nouvelle Collection d'expériences distinctives et le VHA figure dans la liste initiale des 48 premières expériences authentiques. Le VHA fera partie des campagnes marketing de la CCT auprès des visiteurs, acheteurs de voyages et des professionels des voyages. Le programme débutera au Royaume-Uni, en France, en Allemagne et en Australie!

Among the 34th season of operations' activities, le Village Historique Acadien will dedicate a whole day to Caraquet's pioneers. On Sunday July 10th, at 11 A.M, Antoine Landry will host a conference about VHA's developpement, challenges and success, followed by another conference by historian Clarence Lebreton about VHA's origins. Both conferences will be held in Antoine-Landry hall, in the welcoming center.

Also, all day long visitors will be able to enjoy visits of VHA's back-scenes (textile and wood shops, warehouses and so forth). A historical document containing informations on historical buildings originating from "the world's longest Village" will be given to them at that time. As a way of celebrating Caraquet's 50th anniversary, visitors will be able to enjoy 50% off the regular admission price to the historical site on july 10th.

Opening of the new caisse populaire at the Village Historique Acadien

June 13, 2011

RIVIORE-DU-NORD (CNB) – The new caisse populaire du village (village caisse populaire) was opened on Sunday, June 12, in the 20th-century section of the Village Historique Acadien.

"The Village Historique Acadien is, without a doubt, one of New Brunswick's best-known tourism attractions and a great cultural experience," said Tourism and Parks Minister Trevor Holder. "This new addition to the village will certainly add to the overall experience."

The first Acadian caisse populaire was founded in 1936 in Petit-Rocher. In 1946, it moved to an office designed to provide members with improved service. The caisse populaire du village is a reproduction of that establishment.

A staging of the first deposit made at this caisse populaire was presented during the official opening. For the occasion, the manager of the caisse populaire in Petit-Rocher in 1944, Évariste Roy, welcomed a new member. Back then, a minimum deposit of 10 cents was required to become a member in good standing.

The presence of the caisse populaire at the Village Historique Acadien is intended to underscore the major role played by these financial establishments in the economic development of Acadian communities during the last century. In many villages, this institution – by combining the modest savings of fishers, farmers, woodcutters, and small traders – would lay the groundwork for growth that would surpass the most ambitious dreams of its pioneers.

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Village Historique Acadien makes Top Five list

March 31, 2011

RIVIORE-DU-NORD, NB – The Village Historique Acadien is among Canada's top five places to travel back in time, according to a list prepared by the Canadian Tourism Commission.

"New Brunswick is a great place to visit for those who wish to experience unique cultural activities such as a day at the Village Historique Acadien," said Tourism and Parks Minister Trevor Holder. "We are indeed proud to see the Village Historique Acadien receive this national recognition."

"It is a great exposure for our historic village," said Grabriel LeBreton, acting executive director of the Village Historique Acadien. "We are glad to be on this prestigious list. This recognition shows the quality of our site."

The other four sites that appear on the list are:

Bakerville Historic Town, in British Columbia;
the Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site, in Quebec;
the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, in Nova Scotia; and
Upper Canada Village, in Ontario.

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MARCH BREAK FAMILY PHOTO CONTEST! Grand Prize of 1200$

Our winter scenery, your scenario!

During March break, week of March 5-13, 2011, bring your extended family for a walk in our winter decor. The Village Historique Acadien is open 7 days a week, free of charge for walkers (dogs on leash allowed) from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Bring the in-laws, grand-parents, kids you can be as much as you want on the photo. The prize! Dinner Theater at the Hôtel Château Albert for the people on the photograph (maximum of 24 can win) – a value of 1200 $! The photography contest will be held from March 5 to 13 you have until midnight March 13 to send in your photo via email at vha@gnb.ca. The winner will be announced on March 31, 2011.

Details:

Not much details to give you, it is your SCENARIO! Your winter family photo at the Village, just have fun in our winter decor! You can be as much as you want on the photo. However the grand prize is a dinner theatre for 24 persons, from July 1 to 15, 2011, a value of $ 1200. Photos have to be sent via email at vha@gnb.ca

Along with a contact name, address, phone number and the names of all participants and their email address.

Rules:

Only one photo per family; participants must give all rights of the photo to the Village Historique Acadien without any monetary compensation. Dinner theatre will be between July 1 and 15, 2011 and the Village reserves the right to choose the date.

Village Historique Acadien (VHA) on tour in NB schools - February 7, 2011

RIVIÈRE-DU-NORD – The Village Historique Acadien school tour will begin on Monday, Feb. 7, in conjunction with Heritage Week, and will continue until March 25. In 2010, the Village Historique Acadien visited more than 3,000 students.

"It is wonderful to see the VHA being a great educational tool for our students," said Trevor Holder, minister of tourism and parks as well as minister of wellness, culture and sport. "The Village helps bring to life a very integral part of our New Brunswick history – our Acadian culture and traditions."

Interpreters in period costume will visit students, bringing chests filled with stories and items from the time of Acadians’ ancestors. The customs and beliefs of an earlier time will be brought to life for young people in the classroom. This educational program is offered to students from kindergarten to Grade 8 and is tailored to each age group. The youngest students will learn how to weave a rug, while students in grades 7 and 8 will learn about the first Acadians.

The tour enables the VHA to carry out its mission, which is to promote Acadian heritage and culture and to make it accessible to people of all ages. The VHA also offers a summer program of vacation camps for children aged seven to 12, which allows them to experience different facets of Acadian life.

This year, a contest has been organized for children that will require them to reproduce a photograph found on the VHA website or simply do a drawing inspired by a visit to the Village or by any historical event. Prizes include a one-day summer camp per school. The winner will also receive a two-day family pass to the Village Historique Acadien, valued at $75. A child younger than seven or older than 12 will receive two, two-day family passes valued at $80. More details about the summer camp program and the contest are available online.

Open since 1977, the VHA strives to portray the lives of Acadians between 1770 and 1949. More than 40 original buildings are staffed by interpreters in period costume who bring the ancestral costumes and traditional trades back to life.

November 22nd 2010 - VHA's new Christmas Card

November 1st 2010 - Clarence LeBreton retiring

Clarence LeBreton, executive director of the Village Historique Acadien and assistant deputy minister of the Department of Tourism and Parks, will retire on Dec. 31 after more than 35 years of service.

LeBreton was part of the original team when the Village Historique Acadien was built in the 1970s, along with Jean-Yves Thériault, Antoine Landry, architect Jacques Boucher, and engineer Vincent Légère.

Over the years, LeBreton has held several positions in Fredericton and on the Acadian Peninsula. He took over the reins of the Village Historique Acadien in 2007 and directed the work to complete the second phase. He also administered a development fund to improve tourism infrastructure in northern New Brunswick.

LeBreton has held several positions in the community, both provincially and nationally, including as a member of the board of Radio-Canada/CBC for 10 years. He still chairs the board of directors of L'Acadie Nouvelle and Acadie Presse and is a member of the board of CapAcadie.

LeBreton said he is leaving the Village Historique Acadien with a sense of duty fulfilled.

October 28th 2010 - VHA contests : Winners are announced

Check Contest Section to see who's won the differents Summer Contests. Thanks you for your participation! More Contests are coming for the next season.

October 18th 2010 - Plan your wedding on the historical site!

VHA offers you a good looking place to do a perfect wedding or an other important event. Check Facility Rentals Section for more information and see more pictures on our

page.