The Prince Edward Island Regiment Museum chronicles the island's longstanding military history through a diverse collection of artifacts. Photographs, medals, weaponry, uniforms and numerous other intriguing exhibits tell the tale of the PEI Regiment from the early 1800s to the present day. This local museum first opened its doors in 1990, and has since grown to house thousands of artifacts, many of which were generously donated by civilians and veterans of the Canadian Forces. As the province's only military museum officially sanctioned by the Canadian Forces, the Prince Edward Island Regiment Museum is a must visit attraction for those with a particular penchant for military history.
Beaconsfield Historic House reminds visitors of the Victorian charm of the 19th century. The exquisite mansion was built in 1877 in a great location by Victoria Park, overlooking the Charlottetown Harbour. Its 25 rooms and eight fireplaces not only provide insight into the fashions of The Gilded Age but also make the former residence a true historical treasure. Beyond the banana-yellow facade, you can't miss the carriage house, which hosts a children's festival in the summer. Tours are offered year round, and the on-site bookstore sells an assortment of material on the history and the architecture of the island.
Situated on the north shore of Prince Edward Island facing the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, this national park was founded in 1937 and is home to protected beaches, sand dunes, wetlands, and salt-marshes. Divided into three regions roughly in Cavendish, Brackely-Dalvay, and Greenwich, the park is the largest on the island, and presents many opportunities for kayaking, bird watching, camping, swimming, golfing and many more outdoor activities. Attractions located in the park include the Green Gables Heritage Place and Dalvay-by-the-Sea National Historic Site. The park is also a designated Canadian Important Bird Area.
Named after an Anglo Saxon saint from Glastonbury, England, St. Dunstan's Basilica is a beautifully constructed stone basilica. An elaborate example of French-Gothic architecture, it claims to be the only Roman Catholic cathedral in the region. The site's original structure was completed in 1907 though the landmark that stands today was constructed in 1916 after a fire destroyed the first site. Later that same century, the nicely rebuilt St. Dunstan's Basilica was designated a National Historic Site, skyrocketing it to the top of the list of great attractions in Charlottetown.