Quaker House, Dartmouth

Name: Quaker House
Address: 57 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, B2Y 1C3, Canada
Telephone: +1 902-464-2253

#22 among attractions in Dartmouth

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Facts and practical information

The Quaker Whaler House is the oldest building in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Built by William Ray, a Quaker and cooper from Nantucket who moved to Dartmouth in 1785-86 as a whaler. Its materials and construction methods closely resembles Quaker architecture in Nantucket, such as the asymmetrical facade design and stone foundation. The Quakers settled in Dartmouth for six years before many of them left for England. The most well-known Quaker was abolitionist Lawrence Hartshorne. ()

Coordinates: 44°40'1"N, 63°34'6"W

Address

57 Ochterloney StDartmouth CentreDartmouth B2Y 1C3 Canada

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+1 902-464-2253

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Day trips

Quaker House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Scotia Square, Emera Oval, Dartmouth Sportsplex, Little Dutch Church.

1.2 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Scotia Square, Halifax
32 min walk • Scotia Square is a vibrant shopping centre located in the heart of downtown Halifax, Canada. This bustling hub of commerce and culture is a key component of the city's urban landscape, offering a diverse array of retail, dining, and service options to both locals...
1.5 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Emera Oval, Halifax
40 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Halifax, the Emera Oval stands as a beacon of community sport and recreation. This expansive outdoor venue, situated on the Halifax Commons, is an all-season hub for physical activity and social gathering.
~1990 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Dartmouth Sportsplex, Dartmouth
10 min walk • The Zatzman Sportsplex is an indoor sports and community centre in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, opened 1982 and known as the Dartmouth Sportsplex until 2019. It houses an arena, a gymnasium, two swimming pools, and other fitness, leisure and events facilities.
1.1 miSW
Church
Little Dutch Church, Halifax
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Canada, the Little Dutch Church stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This quaint place of worship, officially known as St. George's Round Church, is one of the oldest buildings in Halifax and represents a...
0.8 miW
Bridge
Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, Dartmouth
21 min walk • The Angus L. Macdonald Bridge is a suspension bridge crossing Halifax Harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada; it opened on April 2, 1955. The bridge is one of two suspension bridges linking the Halifax Peninsula to Dartmouth in the Halifax Regional Municipality. It is named after the former premier of Nova Scotia, Angus L.
1.1 miSW
Church
St. Patrick's Church, Halifax
30 min walk • St. Patrick's Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The parish was founded in 1843 and the present church was opened in 1885. It is registered as a Provincial Heritage Building and is currently served by the Society of Jesus.
~1260 ftNW
Park
Dartmouth Commons, Dartmouth
7 min walk • The Dartmouth Commons is an approximately 120 hectares area of land set aside by the government in the late 18th century for the settlers common use in Dartmouth Nova Scotia, Canada. Much of it is maintained by the Halifax Regional Municipality.
~940 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Convention center
Alderney Landing, Dartmouth
5 min walk • Alderney Landing is a convention centre, art gallery, market, events plaza and theatre facility in Downtown Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. It was opened in May 1999.
0.5 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Sullivan's Pond, Dartmouth
13 min walk • Sullivan's Pond is an artificial lake and recreation area located in Dartmouth in Halifax Regional Municipality. It formed part of the Shubenacadie Canal.
0.8 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Maynard Lake, Dartmouth
21 min walk • Maynard Lake, Nova Scotia is a lake of Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada located in Dartmouth.
1.2 miS
Boat tours, Ship, Outdoor activities
Theodore Too, Halifax
32 min walk • Theodore Too is a large-scale imitation tugboat built in Dayspring, Nova Scotia in 2000 based on the fictional television tugboat character Theodore Tugboat. Theodore Too was located in Bedford, Nova Scotia but arrived in Hamilton, Ontario, his new home, on July 18, 2021.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Quaker House?

Nearby attractions include Downtown Dartmouth, Dartmouth (1 min walk), Alderney Landing, Dartmouth (5 min walk), Dartmouth Commons, Dartmouth (7 min walk), Sullivans Pond, Dartmouth (12 min walk).

How to get to Quaker House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Quaker House:

Bus

Alderney Gate Terminal (5 min walk)
8389 - Thistle St After Victoria Rd • Lines: 10 (9 min walk)