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Top 7 Anne of Green Gables Locations to Experience on PEI

During a road trip through Canada, we visited Prince Edward Island specifically because I loved reading the Anne of Green Gables books! It’s a beautiful island that is worth exploring even if you’re not an Anne fan, but if you are, these are the top Anne of Green Gables locations you need to check out when you visit!

Top 7 Anne of Green Gables locations on PEI

Can you visit PEI without visiting Anne of Green Gables locations? You definitely shouldn’t because it’s one of the top things to do on PEI! And if you’re an Anne of Green Gables fangirl like I am, you’ll really love it. But there are lots of other things you can do on PEI if you want to experience more of the island (which I recommend, of course), and I have a have a blog post on the top things to do on PEI just for you.

Anne of Green Gables Museum

There are a few different places you can visit for the Anne experience, and the Anne of Green Gables Museum was probably my favorite. It’s at the home of L.M. Montgomery’s aunt and uncle, where Montgomery lived for a time and where she was married. And the land that it’s on is just beautiful!

It looks like it hasn’t changed since the 1800s, and you can see artifacts from Montgomery’s life, like the organ that was played at her wedding, and artifacts that she wrote about in her books, including Anne’s Enchanted Bookcase, the Crazy Patchwork Quilt, and the Blue Chest from The Story Girl.

This is the spot where Montgomery got married, and the guide said that they actually do still have weddings here today! So if you’re a huge Anne of Green Gables fan, you could have your wedding at the museum 🙂

The property that the house is on is absolutely beautiful! There are rolling hills, barns, and horses, and you can even go for a carriage ride. They also have a great gift shop with Anne of Green Gables gifts but also some cool locally made items, and I definitely gave them a lot of business 🙂

This is also where you can see the real Lake of Shining Waters that inspired Montgomery (and the carriage ride goes around it). If you look up the Lake of Shining Waters on PEI, you’ll see a different lake that was named after Montgomery’s Lake of Shining Waters so it isn’t the original. My husband went to check it out and there is an admission fee and it’s not as scenic as the one at the museum. So I just recommend seeing the real Lake of Shining Waters at the museum!

Green Gables Heritage Place

The Green Gables Heritage Place is the location that inspired the location of Green Gables. It was the house of Montgomery’s relatives, and while she never lived there, she visited frequently and it inspired a lot of the Anne of Green Gables locations that she wrote about. Lover’s Lane and the Haunted Wood are also on this property, and you can explore them!

Probably because this is the “real” Green Gables, it was a lot busier than the Museum was and there were a lot of people in and around the house. So just plan accordingly if you want any photos of Green Gables without people walking in front!

The Heritage Place also has a museum about Montgomery’s life on PEI, and it was helpful to see a timeline of everything after visiting the Museum. It also had a pretty big gift shop, so I recommend checking that out on your way out 😉

After you tour the house, you can walk through the Haunted Wood and Lover’s Lane! It was a beautiful (and shaded, thank goodness) walk, and while the house was really busy, the path was pretty quiet.

L.M. Montgomery’s birthplace

Montgomery’s birthplace wasn’t open when I stopped by, but you can tour it! Some things in the home are replicas, but there are a lot of artifacts from her life and her family that you can see.

Explore Avonlea Village

The town of Cavendish was where Montgomery lived and inspired the locations in Anne of Green Gables, but she named it Avonlea in the books. So Avonlea Village was named for Anne of Green Gables, and it’s a little village with historic buildings (including the school that Montgomery taught in) that have been turned into restaurants and shops. So while it’s not super authentic to Anne or Montgomery, it’s a cute place to walk around, and I recommend getting some chocolates and ice cream while you’re there! We also got raspberry cordial slushies from the chocolate shop, which were delicious 🙂

Other Places to Experience Anne of Green Gables

Two places I didn’t make it to are Montgomery’s grave site and Anne of Green Gables: The Musical . The musical is a huge production at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown, and I think we just missed it by a day or two! It’s been put on annually for decades, and they’re actually changing it to biannually after 2024. So if you want to see it, make sure you plan your trip accordingly and get tickets well in advance!

Explore Charlottetown

So now for some things that are more indirectly tied to Anne of Green Gables but were mentioned in the books! Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island, and it’s such a beautiful historic city and mentioned a few times in Anne of Green Gables. And Montgomery did attend the Prince of Wales College in Charlottetown, which you can check out. We did a little driving tour around the historic areas to see everything.

I couldn’t get over all the pretty houses everywhere! We spent an afternoon driving and walking around Charlottetown, and there’s a lot you can see there. My favorite spot was Victoria Park with the beautiful views of the water, so I definitely recommend visiting there if the weather is nice.

St. Dunstan’s Basilica

Drive around the countryside

One of the reasons I wanted to visit PEI is because the scenery sounds so picturesque in the Anne of Green Gables books. And it really does live up to the hype! I loved just driving around PEI and seeing the historic farms and rolling hills and quaint, colorful houses. You can really get an idea of how Montgomery was inspired to create such romantic names for everything in the books.

And we went in June when lupins were blooming everywhere and I was OBSESSED! (I even planted lupins in my garden this year because I loved them so much!)

There are a few scenic overlooks that you can pull over at to get some photos of the beautiful views!

So those are the top Anne of Green Gables locations I recommend seeing! We did all of this within two days, so it can definitely be done in a short trip (but I would have loved to have stayed longer). And if you’re really short on time, Charlottetown is the only thing that isn’t really close to the rest of the Anne of Green Gables locations, so you could skip that and do everything else within a day. If you have been to PEI, which spot was your favorite? 🙂

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• Immerse yourself in the picturesque landscapes of the Private Island Drive and Anne of Green Gables tour, featuring iconic sights like Cavendish Beach.
• Delve into the world of L.M. Montgomery's beloved novels with a stop at the Anne of Green Gables homestead, a cherished spot for fans worldwide.
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Your private Island Drive and Anne of Green Gables tour features some of the most picturesque Island landscapes to be found, from rolling farmland to seaside villages, and from lighthouses to the renowned Cavendish Beach.

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Two of the not-to-be-missed stops on the tour include the cherished Anne of Green Gables homestead; the inspiration behind L.M. Montgomery's beloved novels, and the PEI Preserve Company; a must-stop for Islanders and visitors alike to stock up on delicious, locally made preserves.

"Kindred spirits are not so scarce as I used to think. It's splendid to find out there are so many of them in the world." - L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables.

When the novel Anne of Green Gables was first published in 1908, most people could only dream of visiting its magical setting. As the book became popular around the world, it's likely that many readers had no idea where Prince Edward Island was. They may have even wondered, "Is it a real place?" Today, millions of the book's fans have made the trip to PEI and discovered the land that captivated Anne in Lucy Maud Montgomery's stories. And for those who just can't get enough of their favorite red-headed girl, or the woman who created her, there are Anne-related attractions all over the Island.

In 1987, a 1913 Creamery was purchased in a worn-down building on the bank of the River Clyde, in the lovely village of New Glasgow in Prince Edward Island. The owner's goal was to renovate and create a food destination that welcomed and treated guests to food with integrity and flavor. It all started with low sugar preserves, specialty foods, blending full leaf tea, and has since grown to include spice blends as well. As part of the proprietor's larger purpose, they started The Gardens of Hope, a 12-acre garden sanctuary next door with a mission of opening a Respite Cottage for those dealing with life-threatening illnesses.

Also enjoy brief photo stops at quaint little fishing villages, lighthouses and the world-class Cavendish Beach.

A scenic day awaits on this private tour while in Prince Edward Island.

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View rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages and bustling harbors along Blue Heron Drive as you get ready to meet Anne of Green Gables and actual descendants of Lucy Maud Montgomery. First stop is Silver Bush and the Anne of Green Gables Museum, here you’ll tour the museum, explore the beautiful grounds with many flower beds and gardens and share some Raspberry cordial with Anne herself!

Next, it's off to Cavendish, the old farm site that inspired L. M. Montgomery's first novel, Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908. Highlighting some of the finest attractions on Prince Edward Island's breathtaking north shore, this is definitely the ultimate Anne experience.

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Inspirational anne of green gables farm tour in pei, canada.

Nestled in the idyllic countryside of Prince Edward Island is the setting for the 1908 novel, Anne of Green Gables .  Touring the iconic farm, you intimately sense the muse for L.M. Montgomery’s classic novel.  Even more, nearby are the idyllic countryside and seaside treasures fertile for any imagination.   Fans of this legendary orphan, Anne must experience the heartwarming Anne of Green Gables House Tour.

In October 2022 I toured the Anne of Green Gables farm a second time and observed the unfortunate damage to Lucy M. Montgomery’s woods from Hurricane Fiona.

Check out my YouTube walking tour in 2022, revealing the damage from Hurricane Fiona .

Anne’s Green Gables House Tour and Farm

At Anne of Green Gables Museum and farm , I became absolutely enchanted with the setting and inspired to finally read the novel.  Its author, L.M. Montgomery, lived with her Grandparents at this farm without her mother, who died when she was an infant.  A young orphan girl in Cavendish, that was accidentally given (supposed to be a boy) to an older couple inspired the author’s protagonist, Anne.  

Many of her characters in the book became inspired by Cavendish citizens, that she knew personally.  Later, L.M. Montgomery wrote an 8-book Anthology series on Anne of Green Gables.   Also, Anne with an E is a popular Netflix series following the adventures of this imaginative orphan.

Visitors go inside the home and walk the gardens and farm and guided tours are available.  I, however, savored an independent tour at my own pace.  There are many placards and exhibits to learn about the author, L.M. Montgomery and the setting for her Muse amidst the farm, trails and home.

Green Gables Heritage Place Trails

I enjoyed walking the trails, inspired and written about in her novels, such as, Lover’s Lane, Balsam Hollow Trail and the Haunted Woods.  Lover’s Lane is a short walking path, leading to the Balsam Hollow Trail, approximately 1 mile long.  In addition, the Haunted Woods take you on a walk through the serene, spruce shadows, imagined as haunted.  Walking on these trails, you smell the pine and wildflowers in the forest breeze. Also, if you listen carefully, the tree’s windy branches tell the story of an orphan girl’s dreams…

The plant life of these enchanting woods is plentiful with Red Maple and Red Spruce trees, ferns, herbs and wildflowers, such as, Painted Trillium, Daisies, Wild Lily of the Valley, Stemless Lady’s Slipper, Creeping Buttercups and Orchids.

Red Sandstone Seacliffs of PEI

Additionally, driving through PEI’s countryside and shoreline, travelers find the soil and cliffs a cinnamon red.  This phenomenon occurs from iron oxide rusting by air.  I went to a beach and observed the red sandstone cliffs.  This geological evolution is fascinating. Simply put, the Appalachian Mountains used to stand in PEI and gradually wore down during the Ice Age by glaciers, leaving behind the sandstone.  Because its soft, the red stone easily erodes by wind and water, sculpting exquisite shapes and monuments along the shoreline.

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This pastoral island is one of my favorite places, that I have ever been.  It penetrated a deeply healing impression on my spirit.  Is it any wonder that L.M. Montgomery was inspired from this island as the muse to her heartwarming stories? PEI is a wholesome escape, where innocence and kindness still play with the imagination. Eventually, its charm gets under your skin, so you return home a better person, just by experiencing the quintessence of this charming island. 

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We’re willing to bet that one of the first things that comes to mind when you think of PEI is Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved character, Anne of Green Gables . She has captured the hearts of readers worldwide, and her red braids and straw hat are an iconic PEI symbol. If you want to immerse yourself in the magical world of Anne, here’s our list of her must-see spots in the province.

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Anne of Green Gables – The Musical

Head to the Confederation Centre of the Arts for the stage production of the famous book. You’ll laugh, cry, and completely fall in love with the show, which has been running for 53 seasons straight.

Kensington Train Station

Fans of the Anne of Green Gables movie will love a visit to the Kensington Train Station , which is the station featured in the film. Take some photos and then explore the sweet little community of Kensington.

Avonlea Village

Step back in time with a trip to Avonlea Village . Named after the fictitious town in which Anne lived, Avonlea features replicas of many of the book’s houses and shops. It also holds the original schoolhouse in which Lucy Maud Montgomery taught, the Minister’s residence, and the 1872 Historic Long River Church. It goes without saying that Avonlea Village is very touristy, and you might find more shops and restaurants than anything, but it’s still a worthwhile spot to check out!

The Anne of Green Gables Museum

Open May through October, the Anne of Green Gables Museum celebrates the life and work of author Lucy Maud Montgomery. You’ll get to see many of her belongings as well as pieces and places she wrote about, like the Lake of Shining Waters and Anne’s Enchanted Bookcase. They also offer tours, carriage rides, and exhibits.

Green Gables Heritage Place

To really immerse yourself in the world of Anne of Green Gables, you need to make a trip to Green Gables Heritage Place . Here, you’ll discover the original green-gabled farmhouse, which has been carefully restored and opened to the public.

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From Green Gable house to the red soil and green fields, to the ultramodern Confederation Bridge, Prince Edward Island has it all. Come with us as we explore this historic and tranquil province.

Join us as we visit Prince Edward Island, see the home of the famed red haired orphan at Anne of Green Gables Heritage Park and Avonlea Village. Visit the picture perfect Cavendish Beach, enjoy stops at Cows Creamery, Green Gables House, PEI Potato Museum and so much more!

• 6 Nights Accommodation
• 6 Continental Breakfasts
• 5 Dinners and 1 Lobster Dinner
• Visit to Gateway Village
• Confederation Bridge crossing
• Guided tour of Charlottetown
• Performance of Anne & Gilbert
• Admission to Anne of Green Gables Heritage Park, Cows Creamery, Green Gables House, Cavendish Beach, Bottle Houses and the PEI Potato Museum
• Admission to the Lucy Maud Montgomery Birthplace
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• Visit to the North Cape Wind Farm
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Day 1 Tuesday, August 6

8:00 am A warm welcome to our fellow travelling friends, old and new, and get ready for a wonderful adventure to Prince Edward Island! Arrive this morning at the Maple Leaf Lounge/Kingston Shrine Club (3260 Princess Street at Collins Bay Road), come on inside to check in with your Maple Leaf Tour Director and meet your fellow travelling companions before we get underway! Today we will make our way to Edmundston for our first overnight at the Four Points Edmundston, Phone 506-739-7321. Get to know your fellow travelling companions over our included welcome dinner this evening. Afterwards, the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy- our hotel is located near Main Street and the river, for those hoping to explore! (D)

Day 2 Wednesday, August 7

We start our day with a breakfast buffet, continuing through the province of New Brunswick before arriving in beautiful Prince Edward Island by way of the Confederation Bridge. After crossing this 13-kilometer bridge, we take time to visit the Gateway Village featuring crafts, souvenirs and food pavilions. We make our way to Summerside, our home for the next 4 nights. Summerside’s historic architecture, fascinating museums and nonstop festivals are sure to delight. Our hotel for the next 4 nights is the Quality Inn and Suites, Summerside (902-436-2295). After checking into the hotel we will enjoy an included dinner together. (B, D)

Day 3 Thursday, August 8

Enjoy your continental breakfast this morning. Our day begins with a scenic drive towards Charlottetown. Once there, enjoy a guided tour with a local guide of this Capital City where the fathers of Confederation met to create Canada, finishing at Cows Creamy. Following you will have time for lunch. We will meet again and claim our seats for the afternoon performance of Anne & Gilbert the Musical. Dinner is included this evening in Charlottetown before we return to our hotel. (B, D)

Day 4 Friday, August 9

Continental breakfast to start our day! The fun begins with an informal drive to the “North Shore” area. We will visit the famous Cavendish Beach; along with Green Gables Heritage Site and Avonlea Village. We will also visit the Birthplace of the esteemed authoress, Lucy Maud Montgomery, is situated on the picturesque village of “Clifton”, New London, PE on Route 6 overlooking the beautiful New London Harbour and the sand dunes of which she was to write so much about in later years. LM Montgomery was the authoress of the famous ANNE books, best known of which is Anne of Green Gables. You will have plenty of opportunity for pictures so be sure to bring along your camera. During the scenic drive you will see bright red soil, the rolling green hills, and quaint fishing villages which make this province a magnificent place to visit. This evening we will enjoy a lobster dinner. (B, D)

Day 5 Saturday, August 10

Following our continental breakfast this morning, we start our adventure by heading up to the North Cape. En route we will detour to visit the amazing Bottle Houses. Here we will witness over 25,000 recycled bottles ingenuously cemented together to create this unique attraction. We continue on our northwestern drive, reaching North Cape close to lunch. Here we will enjoy the spectacular view and learn about the North Cape Wind Farm; which was developed by the Prince Edward Island Energy Corporation. It consists of 16 Vestas wind turbines, rated at 660 kW, for a total installed capacity of 10.56 megawatts – enough to power over 4,000 homes. Lunch is on your own at Stompin Tom Centre. This afternoon we will visit the PEI Potato museum. Located in the community of O’Leary in the western part of Canada’s smallest province, it is surrounded by fertile potato fields where the humble potato plays an important role in the economy. The museum depicts an interesting display of the potato industry, and houses a large collection of farm implements and machinery related to the growing and harvesting of potatoes. This museum contains the largest exhibit of potato artifacts in the world! Again, we’ll enjoy an included dinner. (B, D)

Day 6 Sunday, August 11

Today we say goodbye to Prince Edward Island and turn our watches back as we travel back across the Confederation Bridge en route to Riviere Du Loup. Our hotel this evening is the Hôtel Universel, 1-800-265-0072. We will enjoy an included farewell dinner together this evening. (B, D)

Day 7 Monday, August 12

Our travels continue back through Quebec and Ontario arriving home in the early evening. (B)

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This tour takes you through the charming coastal city of Charlottetown showcasing the mix of beautiful historical buildings and modern landscapes throughout the city. Get acquainted with our walkable, pedestrian-friendly downtown before exploring on your own.  This is an excellent introduction for first time visitors.

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Our Island drive tour brings you through stunning local landscapes; from beaches, farmland and rolling hillsides. Tour Green Gables House: this old farm site was the inspirational setting for  L.M. Montgomery’s first novel, Anne of Green Gables published in 1908. L.M.Montgomery was born 150 years ago from this commemorable year.

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Our Island drive tour brings you through stunning local landscapes; from beaches to farmland and rolling hillsides. Tour Green Gables House: this old farm site was the inspirational setting for  L.M. Montgomery’s first novel, Anne of Green Gables published in 1908.

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This scenic tour is full of incredible views and historical landmarks as you follow the Points East Coastal Drive to visit stunning lighthouses more than 100 years old, and enjoying a stop at PEI’s celebrated Rossignol Estates Winery.

Our Island Drive of North Shore tour brings you through stunning local landscapes; from beaches to farmland and rolling hillsides.  Tour Green Gables House: this old farm site was the inspirational setting for  L.M. Montgomery’s first novel, Anne of Green Gables published in 1908.

The Best of Our Little Island Tour

When you want to fill your day with even more of PEI, this tour is for you.  From the historic City of Charlottetown and the white sand of Cavendish Beach to the red sands of the South Shore, charming Victoria-by-the Sea, Confederation Bridge and more, come along on a grand Island adventure.  7 hours.

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L.M. Montgomery group hopes to capitalize on 150th birthday to attract new fans 

'so far there's about 77 events, and there's more to come,' says an organizer.

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L.M. Montgomery's 150th birthday is still five months away, but the days and weeks until then will be filled with organizations and businesses across Prince Edward Island using creative ways to celebrate the iconic author.  

Linda Lowther has been working to raise awareness about Montgomery for decades, starting with a summer job as a guide at Green Gables, the historic house that provided the setting for the author's most popular novel, Anne of Green Gables . 

Lowther helped create the Montgomery Park in Cavendish, and The Inspiring World of L.M. Montgomery – A Literary Tour . Now she's a member of the organizing committee for Montgomery 150. 

"Not counting the two musicals, so far there's about 77 events, and there's more to come," Lowther said.

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"We have everything from ice cream socials and birthday cakes, to people impersonating Montgomery as a teacher in Bedeque and at Macphail Homestead."

There will be journalling workshops, painting and photography sessions inspired by Montgomery's writing, musical events revolving around her poetry, and a hike exploring the author's favourite paths. 

Not everybody knows the full Montgomery

Lowther said Tourism Cavendish Beach and Central Coastal Tourism Partnership formed a committee for Montgomery 150 and created a fund to give organizations, associations and businesses the chance to create some events of their own. 

‘She’d be the Taylor Swift of today, for writing’: How L.M. Montgomery’s 150th birthday will be marked

"Everybody knows Anne , but not everybody knows that Montgomery was a famous photographer, or that she had all kinds of other talents," Lowther said.

"People have gone out of their way to show some of the things that Montgomery did, that people maybe don't know about."

Lowther said she and her group have been planning for the milestone birthday for a while. 

"She's our hero. She's the one thing that's unique for Prince Edward Island that nobody else has," she said.

"She's still the world's best-selling children's author, better than any other author. So we know that she has potential. If she was here today, she'd be the Taylor Swift of today for writing. She was a pretty smart cookie."

She's the one thing that's unique for Prince Edward Island that nobody else has. — Linda Lowther, Montgomery 150 committee 

Lowther said the special events will continue until the actual anniversary of Montgomery's birth on Nov. 30, 1874.

She said her group is also hoping to do something else for Montgomery, more permanent, to celebrate this milestone. 

"I'd still like to see more because we'd like to see a legacy piece that would stay forever," she said.

"This is a one-year thing, but how do we keep her legacy alive over the next few years? And I think we will be trying to do something for that."

Huge market

The executive director of Tourism Cavendish Beach has a daily vantage point of the influence Montgomery has had, talking to visitors who have travelled to Prince Edward Island because of the famous author. 

"We see visitors coming from all over the world... who are huge fans of Montgomery and we see a huge market for that," Darcy Butler said.

"We do see a need for an investment, and continued investment, and this 150 is an opportunity for us to really showcase that."

Butler said a logo created for Montgomery 150 portrays the author together with her beloved creation Anne Shirley, whom author Mark Twain called "the dearest and most moving and delightful child since the immortal Alice," created by Lewis Carroll.

"We thought it kind of neat to link the two so that people that are familiar with Anne may also learn more and understand who the author is," Butler said.

"The issue sometimes is that people don't always know who the author is. And we want to make sure that the author is brought to the forefront and that she's recognized as much as Anne." 

Butler said the project has received financial support from Tourism P.E.I., Heritage Canada, and the Resort Municipality that includes Cavendish, as well as the destination management fund , generated through a levy from the two Cavendish Beach summer music festivals. 

Ideally, he said, they would have liked $500,000 to work with, but they are "doing their best" with just under $200,000. 

Butler said he would also like there to be a long-term legacy project coming out of the Montgomery 150 celebrations.

Lucy Maud Montgomery's long road to fame

"We don't need to be sold in this region. We know how important she is and what she's contributed," Butler said.

I think we all need to get behind Montgomery, and just realize the contributions and what an incredible woman she really was. — Darcy Butler, Tourism Cavendish Beach 

"Elsewhere throughout the province, she may be dismissed. But I think we all need to get behind Montgomery, and just realize the contributions and what an incredible woman she really was."

A day in her teaching life

The Lower Bedeque Schoolhouse, where Montgomery taught for about six months in the late 1890s, will be offering a program for children called "A Day in L.M. Montgomery's Classroom" as part of the birthday celebrations.

A teacher in historical costume will offer children the chance to write on slates, do historic crafts and play historic games at recess.

"I'm hoping to think about Lucy Maud Montgomery when I'm doing that — maybe read some dramatic stories to the children, some poetry, and also maybe stick to the classics like reading, writing and arithmetic," said Caeley Currie, manager of the Bedeque Area Historical Museum in Central Bedeque, P.E.I., where the schoolhouse is now located.

Currie said she hopes the schoolhouse program will also raise awareness. 

"I'm also really excited for people to realize that L.M. Montgomery touched so many parts of this Island," she said.

"A lot of the attention is obviously focused on the North Shore around Cavendish, but she lived in many parts of the island, and Lower Bedeque had a really important place in her heart. "

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nancy Russell is a reporter at CBC Prince Edward Island. She has also worked as a reporter and producer with CBC in Whitehorse, Winnipeg, and Toronto. She can be reached at [email protected]

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