Province House, Charlottetown
Province House stands proudly as a symbol of Prince Edward Island鈥檚 governmental legacy and Canada鈥檚 very beginnings. Built between 1843 and 1847, it ranks as Canada鈥檚 second-oldest provincial legislature. Its storied halls have been in use since the building鈥檚 inauguration in January 1847, designed by Isaac Smith in the neoclassical style and crafted by local island artisans.
One of its most significant moments came in September 1864, when Province House welcomed the Charlottetown Conference, the first gathering of delegates to discuss the foundation of Canadian Confederation. Today, visitors can step into the Confederation Chamber-restored to mirror its 1864 setting-along with other period rooms and the province鈥檚 active legislative assembly.
Inside, it once housed not only the Legislative Assembly and Council but also the Island鈥檚 Supreme Court until 1872. Over the years, it has functioned as both a seat of politics and a social center, hosting formal events, banquets, and dances for dignitaries and local society.
Designated a National Historic Site in 1973, Province House is one of only three provincial legislatures in Canada to receive this honour.
Around Province House, visitors will come across notable landmarks: a bronze Veterans Memorial at the front, plaques dedicated to PEI鈥檚 Fathers of Confederation, a Boer War monument, and even the playful figure of Eckhart the Mouse. Beside the building lies a Victorian-inspired garden, while nearby cultural institutions add to the setting鈥檚 appeal.
One of its most significant moments came in September 1864, when Province House welcomed the Charlottetown Conference, the first gathering of delegates to discuss the foundation of Canadian Confederation. Today, visitors can step into the Confederation Chamber-restored to mirror its 1864 setting-along with other period rooms and the province鈥檚 active legislative assembly.
Inside, it once housed not only the Legislative Assembly and Council but also the Island鈥檚 Supreme Court until 1872. Over the years, it has functioned as both a seat of politics and a social center, hosting formal events, banquets, and dances for dignitaries and local society.
Designated a National Historic Site in 1973, Province House is one of only three provincial legislatures in Canada to receive this honour.
Around Province House, visitors will come across notable landmarks: a bronze Veterans Memorial at the front, plaques dedicated to PEI鈥檚 Fathers of Confederation, a Boer War monument, and even the playful figure of Eckhart the Mouse. Beside the building lies a Victorian-inspired garden, while nearby cultural institutions add to the setting鈥檚 appeal.
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Sight Name: Province House
Sight Location: Charlottetown, Canada (See walking tours in Charlottetown)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Charlottetown, Canada (See walking tours in Charlottetown)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
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Charlottetown Introduction Walking Tour
During a 1775 raid by American privateers, Charlottetown was plundered and several officials were taken captive. Yet the residents had the last laugh. They rebuilt the town the following year.
Charlottetown lies on the traditional territory of the Mi鈥檏maq people, long before European arrival. The first European settlement in the area began in 1720, when French colonists from Louisbourg... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Charlottetown lies on the traditional territory of the Mi鈥檏maq people, long before European arrival. The first European settlement in the area began in 1720, when French colonists from Louisbourg... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles