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"on red, gravelly roads,/ down rows of sugar maples,/ past clapboard farmhouses/ and neat, clapboard churches" "The Moose," Elizabeth Bishop

Suzie LeBlanc

Our honorary patron is Suzie LeBlanc, renowned Acadian soprano and Order of Canada recipient.

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Driving Directions to the Elizabeth Bishop House
 

Driving Directions to the Elizabeth Bishop House

EBSNS is a provincial association that celebrates Elizabeth Bishop’s connections to Nova Scotia, and especially Great Village. We welcome visitors from around the world. Please use the Goolge Map link to obtain driving directions to Great Village.
Great Village
 

Great Village

This small but vibrant village, in spite of many changes, remains much as it was during Elizabeth Bishop’s childhood. St. James Church still dominates the skyline with its 112 foot steeple.
Elizabeth Bishop Festival
 

Elizabeth Bishop Festival

Dozens of artists, artisans, volunteers and Bishop fans flocked to Great Village on 8 August 2015 for The Elizabeth Bishop Festival. From morning to night, the village was bustling with activity, creating wonderful memories for all. The EBSNS wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated, attended and supported the festival.