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Wilson’s Point Historic Site

At the point where two rivers This provincially protected site has
converge lies Wilson’s Point Historic been summer hunting and fishing
Site, tucked out of sight, but full of grounds for the M’ikmaq, a refuge for
history and beautiful surroundings. expelled Acadians called Camp
You’ll find it in Derby Junction, at the d’esperance, the site of a bustling
end of the Enclosure Rd, marked by the settlement of Scots and the midway
replica of the St James Church which point of a horse powered ferry system
houses an interpretive centre. from Nelson to Newcastle.
Knowledgeable staff will greet you with The Scottish Heritage Association
a smile and regale you with stories of have restored the original grave sites
the tumultuous history and happenings and walking trails, installed a wharf,
of Wilson’s Point beginning nearly trading post and built an interpretive
three centuries ago. center. Enjoy a walk along our restored
scenic trails with views of the Mighty
Miramichi River. Pack a picnic and eat
under the pines like our settlers once did
250 years ago.
Drop in to the replica of the
original church that once stood on the
grounds from 1791-1832. Enjoy one of
our haunted graveyard tours. Cast a line
in our shiny waters to catch a striped
bass or salmon. Trace your roots as you
meander through our historic
The church replica is built in the same graveyard. Looking out from the walking trails at
fashion as the original with only wooden The interpretive centre is open Wilson’s Point to Beaubears Island. This is
pegs and tongue and groove boards. daily from June to October, and the convergence point of the Northwest and
admission is free. This beautiful little Southwest branches of the Miramichi River,
Wilson's Point has great church is naturally air conditioned and known locally as “the tickle”.
significance to the history of Miramichi. has perfect acoustics to host musical
Many of the earliest English speaking events and is available to rent as a For more information see the ad on
settlers lived and were buried here. wedding venue. page 24 of this magazine and visit the
website at www.wilsonspoint.com.

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