In the heart of historic Pictou, NS

The McCulloch House

The Home of Rev. Thomas McCulloch

The McCulloch House Museum The Escape Room

Step Back in Time


1773 marked the beginning of hundreds of ships carrying thousands of immigrants to the shore of Pictou, Nova Scotia.

Visit the over 200-year-old home of Reverend Thomas McCulloch and explore exhibits detailing how one man’s passion launched him on a journey to becoming the father of liberal education in Nova Scotia.

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McCulloch House Museum Experiences

The McCulloch House Museum

Explore exhibits that detail how one man’s passion launched him on a journey to create public education in this province. A man of Thomas McCulloch's sort was much needed in Pictou in 1803.

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The Escape Room

Unlike other escape rooms, success of the McCulloch Escape Room is based purely on the power of the mind.  Each storyline requires thought and deliberation in order to escape.

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The Gardens

Nestled in the town of Pictou and covering over 5 acres, the McCulloch Gardens are open to the public year-round for you to explore and enjoy.

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Our Package ~ History, Mystery & Local Flavours



Escape Room Adventure & Lunch

Step back in time as you solve a fun historically themed Escape Room at the McCulloch House.

Race the clock with your team to uncover hidden clues, crack codes, and solve tricky puzzles. 

When your time is up, celebrate your efforts with a delicious, locally sourced and specially prepared lunch of homemade delicacies from the Stone Soup Café.

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The McCulloch Genealogy Centre

The McCulloch Heritage Centre opened in 1973 and hosts a broad range of temporary exhibits focusing on local history and culture during the summer months.

It is also the location of the archival facility and research centre. With a growing interest in the heritage of Pictou County, this abundant archival resource includes hundreds of personal and corporate documents as well as family histories, newspapers on microfilm, vital statistics and much more.

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Where to Find Us

We are conveniently located just minutes away from downtown Pictou where you can explore the waterfront, shops, restaurants and the beautiful harbour view. Exit 22 off highway 104, or via route 6 to Pictou. Follow museum key signs to our front door at 100 Old Haliburton Road, Pictou, Nova Scotia