PEI Stories, Legends & Hidden History

Explore forgotten communities, strange Island legends, historic disasters, and people who helped shape Prince Edward Island.

Recent Stories & Legends

George Dowie and PEI’s Last Public Hanging

On April 6, 1869, more than 1,500 Islanders crowded into Connaught Square in Charlottetown to witness what would become one...

Are Audio Tours Better Than Printed Guides?

If you had asked me this question ten years ago, I might have surprised you with my answer. I’m a...

The Battle of Tignish: An Acadian Stand Against Landlords in 1844

In the early 1840s, tensions were rising across Prince Edward Island as landowners pressured long-time tenants to sign leases and...

Harold the Bottle Man of Tignish, PEI

What if you threw a message in a bottle into the ocean… and someone on the other side of the...

The Legend of the Hoop Snake

The Legend of the Hoop Snake If you grew up in Western Prince Edward Island, especially around the Tignish area...

PEI’s Prohibition Era

  Prohibition in Prince Edward Island: Why PEI Stayed Dry for Nearly 50 Years   If you are looking for...

The Lost Black Community of Charlottetown: The Bog

If you walk through Charlottetown’s government buildings district today, you’d never know that a once-thriving Black community stood here. The...

The Tignish Train Wreck

  Let me tell you about PEI’s worst train wreck which occurred on February 21, 1932, at Handrahan’s Cutting, just...

The Charlottetown Sidewalk Mix Up

Across from St. Dunstan’s Basilica and in front of Peake’s Wharf on Great George Street, you’ll find two small, rough-looking...

Get Ready for the Magic: Charlottetown’s Scarecrow Festival is Back!

As the air turns crisp and the leaves paint the town in golden hues, Charlottetown will once again be transformed...

Celebrating Tradition and Community at Charlottetown’s Old Home Week Exhibition

Charlottetown comes alive every summer with a unique and anticipated event that has been a staple for over a century:...

Family Fun in Charlottetown, PEI: Top Activities to Enjoy with Children

Charlottetown, PEI, is a charming destination offering many family-friendly activities. From its rich history to its stunning natural beauty, this...
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