Research

The Cliffs of Fundy region has been a centre of research since the 1830’s, when Abraham Gesner was the local physician and the minerals and fossils of the Bay of Fundy attracted
Charles Lyell and others.

The discovery in 1984 of the early Jurassic crocodile, mammal-like reptile and dinosaur fossils at Wasson Bluff became further inspiration for local researchers.

The region now attracts a variety of both local and international research projects including those directed at rift-basin development, paleontology, and resource development. Currently, researchers from Harvard University, the Smithsonian Institute, Columbia University, and others from the UK have done recent work in the area.

Historical and Genealogical Research
The Age of Sail Museum, Ottawa House Museum, Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Welcome Centre, and Bass River Heritage Museum offer facilities and archives to support research related to local history, genealogy, and the ship-building history of the Parrsboro shore.

Bay of Fundy Tides and Ecology
The FORCE visitor centre, 10km west of Parrsboro, overlooks the ocean test site where new tidal energy devices hope to generate electricity from the fast moving waters of the Minas Passage. FORCE provides underwater power cables to connect devices to the shore, and conducts environmental monitoring and research to better understand any potential effects. This renewable technology has the potential to play an important role in Canada’s response to climate change.

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We hope that everyone has had a great March Break! We wanted to thank everyone who came out last Saturday to the Geopark's March Break kick-off! We loved seeing everyone outside enjoying a beautiful day at the Fundy Discovery Site! A huge thank you goes out to the folks at Colchester Ground Search and Rescue Association for putting on an awesome barbeque and making sure everyone's hot chocolate was full! We couldn't have done it without you all! ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay!! Today, and every day, we acknowledge and celebrate the incredible women all along the shore that make the Cliffs of Fundy such a vibrant community!Happy #InternationalWomensDay!Let's cheer for all the amazing women out there who are taking the world of technology and digital education by storm. Never forget: empowering women is empowering humanity ✨on.unesco.org/3KQ9ThR #PowerON #IWD2023 ... See MoreSee Less
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We are excited to announce that #shantyman Sean McCann plays the Economy Rec Centre on March 29th! Presented by the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark and made possible by the Department of Canadian Heritage. Tickets are free but must be reserved by calling (902) 641-2225.Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer que #shantyman Séan McCann jouera au Centre Récréatif de Economy le 29 mars. Présenté par le Géoparc des Falaises de Fundy et rendu possible par le ministère du Patrimoine canadien. Les billets sont gratuits mais doivent être réservés en appelant le (902) 641-2225. ... See MoreSee Less
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Check us out tomorrow at noon for details on an EXCITING event happening soon in our Geopark! ... See MoreSee Less
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What is a Geopark?

A Geopark is a designation that attracts tourists wishing to explore the connections between geology, local communities, culture, and nature. Geoparks are designed to promote tourism and celebrate a region’s uniqueness, and do not prohibit any land use.