Saturday July 12
10am • 2025

Splash

THE HECTOR'S BIG

July 12th, 2025, will mark a monumental day for the Ship Hector replica as it makes a triumphant return to Pictou Harbour in a spectacular public launch. The restoration progress made so far has been possible thanks to the unwavering support of our community and generous contributions to our Charting Our Course capital campaign.

Post-launch, the transformation of this dockside attraction will continue, evolving into a fully operational, passenger sailing vessel - set to become a landmark of Canadian heritage, an iconic tourism destination for Nova Scotia, and a key economic driver for the region.

Admission

Secure your admission ticket to the Quay in advance or purchase at the door.

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Season Pass

Visit us throughout the summer as we work to restore the Ship Hector replica.

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Restoration

Learn more about the Ship Hector's restoration, fundraising and re-launch into Pictou Harbour.

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Rebuilding The
Ship Hector

This video series follows the rebuilding of the tall ship Hector at the Hector Heritage Quay in Pictou, Nova Scotia. First built in the early 2000's the replica of the ship Hector is undergoing a complete refit and major fundraising campaign to support the restoration.

New Interpretive Centre Coming 2025!

Over two hundred and fifty years ago, 189 Scottish settlers landed on the shores of Pictou, Nova Scotia after a harrowing 11 weeks at sea. This voyage was the beginning of an incredible story of survival that cannot be forgotten. The Ship Hector Society is committed to preserving and honouring the legacy of these Scottish settlers and the critical support of Pictou Landing First Nation to their survival.

The Ship Hector Society is modernizing the Hector Heritage Quay Interpretive Centre to include innovative interactive displays that offer a comprehensive narrative of the Scottish settlers' partnership with the Indigenous people of Pik’tuk.

Saturday July 12 10am • 2025