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Brigus is often compared to an old English town with its many rock walls, old style architecture, lush gardens, and winding roads. Numerous historical sites and attractions, and live events draw many tourists to the community. The citizens of Brigus are determined to maintain the historic beauty of their community. Recently, there was a conflict about the sale of St. George's Anglican Church, an historic landmark in the town. A committee was formed and the historic property has been converted into a concert centre for the town. The Brigus Blueberry Festival, a major regional event, has grown more popular each year. In 2001 the Festival was selected winner for Newfoundland and Labrador in the Attractions Canada awards program. Each year the festival brings from 12,000 to 13, 000 visitors from all over the world to the area. The Festival welcomes visitors to three days of festivities, crafts, concessions, contests, a folk festival, cash bar, parade, pie eating contest, Missed Pageant, craft tables, baked goods, traditional food, moose burgers, games of chance, pre-teen and adult dances, Fireworks Sunday night and of course, blueberries. Kent Cottage is located in the hills to the north west of Brigus. The site of a Military Battery protecting the entrance to the Harbour, the home was built in the early 1800's by the Pomeroy family. For most of the 20th Century, it has been a studio for artists. The most famous of these, the American artist and illustrator, Rockwell Kent, took up residence during the First World War. His solitary lifestyle caused locals to become suspicious, and the Newfoundland government deported him as a spy. Home of Arctic explorer Captain Bob Bartlett (1875-1946), Hawthorne Cottage houses many artifacts commemorating Bartlett's achievements and tell the story of family life in a small community. Captain Bob Bartlett has been honoured around the world for enabling American Commander Robert Edwin Peary to make his celebrated dash to the pole in 1909. For this, and other contributions during a career devoted to northern exploration, he has been hailed as the greatest ice-navigator of the century. In a compact area, Brigus offers a number of interesting attractions, which makes the town ideal for an afternoon or evening stroll. Some of the attractions include: Ye Olde Stone Barn Museum, which displays Brigus history, with photographs dating back to 1876 and artifacts covering a period of over 200 years. The Tunnel, an engineering feat which was built in the summer of 1860 to provide easy access to Abram Bartlett's wharf. Wilcox Gardens, which is called The Place of a Thousand Blooms , and is located in the heart of the town. Baccalieu Players is a theatre group in Brigus which performs a comic dinner theatre - "A Royal Shag-up," as well as "Steps Through Time," and "Live on the Lawn. Contact: Vanda Maunder - PO Box 38 Brigus NL A0A 1K0 Info: (709) 528-4044 Reservations: (709) 528-4004 Brig House Treasures, located in Brigus, features locally produced, handmade sweaters, gifts, crafts, and art. Contact: Sheila Byrne & Dennis Lambe, North Street, Brigus NLA0A 1K0, Tel: (709) 528-1345 Off Season: (709) 785-0785 Brittoner B&B, Historic home - 160 years old. Heart of Brigus. Near all sites - Hawthorne Cottage Museum, Gardens (home of Arctic Explorer, Capt. Bob Bartlett). Hiking trails nearby, tennis courts across the street. Large sitting--out area--located on pond. 12 Water St. PO Box 163 Brigus, Newfoundland A0A 1K0 Phone: (709) 528-3412 or (709) 579-5995 Fax: (709) 528-3412 Web Site: www.bbcanada.com/4385.html
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Manor B&B The Country Corner Gift Shop & Eatery, located in historic Brigus, features locally made pottery, art, handicrafts, and jams and jellies. The Eatery offers local cuisine. - Contact: Joan Hiscock 14 Water Street Brigus NL A0A 1K0 Tel: (709) 528-1099 Fax: (709) 528-1655 Hawthorne Cottage is a quality gift store, specializing in gifts for all occasions. While browsing visit the coffee shop and enjoy a snack or lunch. Contact: Elizabeth Keeping Brigus Nfld. Historic Parks Assoc PO Box 5542 St. John's, NL A1C 5W4 Tel (709) 528-4004 Off Season (709) 753-9262 Olde Country Haven [Newly-opened] Vacation Home Nested in the Brigus Heritage District near the Marina. Fully equipped kitchen, bath and laundry facilities, a queen bedroom and double bedroom, outdoor eating area with propane BBQ. 28 Beaver Pond Rd. Riverhead, Brigus Tel: (709) 786-0288 Cell: (709) 683-8075 Email: sparkes@esdnl.ca Town
of Brigus
is
noted for its beauty, historic sites and many stone walls. The town
is rich in history being the home of Captain Bob Bartlett, who was
involved in many Polar Expeditions including that of Admiral Peary.
The town's Blueberry Festival and productions by the Baccalieu
Players are among the best know and best attended events in
the province. Wayne
Rose - Town Manager and Town Clerk Water Street, PO Box 220 Brigus NL A0A 1K0
Tel/Fax: (709)528-4588 Contact:
Brigus
/ Cupids Tourism Development |
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located in historic Brigus, has four rooms with ensuite
baths. Guests enjoy the beautiful grounds. Contact: Shirley
& Frank Roberts, Farm Road, PO Box 121, 