New Glasgow in Pictou County, Nova Scotia — The Atlantic Provinces (North America)

Glasgow Scotland

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 19, 2019

1. Glasgow Scotland Marker

Inscription. This parcel of land in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia deeded to the City of Glasgow, Scotland, Aug. 6, 1975, during the visit of the Honourable Peter T. McCann, Lord Provost of the City of Glasgow, to officiate at the Festival of Tartans on the occasion of the Centenary of the Town of New Glasgow.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Sports. A significant historical date for this entry is August 6, 1975.

Location. 45° 35.3′ N, 62° 38.623′ W. Marker is in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, in Pictou County. Marker can be reached from Archimedes Street (Nova Scotia Route 4) (Nova Scotia Route 289) just north of Dalhousie Street, on the right when traveling north. Marker is located beside the walkway on the north side of the New Glasgow Public Library. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 182 Dalhousie Street, New Glasgow NS B2H 5E3, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Viola Desmond (a few steps from this marker); New Glasgow Heritage (within shouting distance of this marker); New Glasgow Town Bell (within shouting distance of this marker); George Frederick Cameron (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Laurie Peace Park (about 90 meters away); New Glasgow D-Day Memorial (about 120 meters

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away); Industrial Centre Lofts (about 120 meters away); Bell's Corner (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Glasgow.

Also see . . .
1. Festival of the Tartans. The Festival of Tartans began as “The Braemar” in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. It was introduced as a way to enable all sports enthusiasts to prepare themselves for other sports competitions throughout the province. It began as a small event with less than 100 participants enjoying the sports events, but this small and humble beginning was soon to be reborn into an event that people from all over the world have come to enjoy. (Submitted on January 23, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

2. New Glasgow Festival of Tartans. The Festival of the Tartans - New Glasgow Highland Games is celebrated every year with a four day program that is sure to bring out the Scot in everyone, even those without Scottish roots! The Festival of the Tartans celebrates traditional Scottish culture brought to this area by Scottish immigrants more than 2 centuries ago. There are events for all ages including a Kilted Golf Tournament, Massed Pipe Bands, Piping & Drumming Competition, Highland

Glasgow Scotland Marker • <i>wide view<br>(looking east from Archimedes Street)</i> image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 19, 2019

2. Glasgow Scotland Marker • wide view
(looking east from Archimedes Street)

Dancing, Scottish Heavy Weight Events, Clan Tents and more! (Submitted on January 23, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

3. New Glasgow History (Wikipedia). Scottish immigrants, including those on the ship Hector in 1773, settled the area of the East River of Pictou during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. (Submitted on January 23, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)

Clever New Glasgow Festival of the Tartans Advertisement image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 19, 2019

3. Clever New Glasgow Festival of the Tartans Advertisement

Credits. This page was last revised on January 24, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 21, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 205 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 23, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.