Historic Properties

Historic Properties Historic Properties anchors Halifax's downtown core with unique shops, great food and entertainment year-round.

Constructed by Halifax 's earlier settlers in the late 1700s and early 1800s, the area has 10 of the cities oldest buildings, including 7 which have been designated National Historic Sites. Few North American cities can boast such a concentration of history and heritage, coupled with world-class shopping and fine dining. At Historic Properties you get to shop at unique stores for items that can't

be found anywhere else in Halifax, then dine and enjoy a cold beer, all beside the splendour of one of the world's largest natural harbours. Browse around and mingle with the crowd and experience historic Halifax at its most inviting.

Enjoy a front-row view of the Halifax Harbour at Historic Properties.
04/08/2026

Enjoy a front-row view of the Halifax Harbour at Historic Properties.

Explore the hidden gems of historic Halifax. Located by the renowned Halifax waterfront, Historic Properties takes you b...
03/24/2026

Explore the hidden gems of historic Halifax. Located by the renowned Halifax waterfront, Historic Properties takes you back in time.

Did you know? For decades, Joseph Simon Scrap Iron, Metals & Marine Stores operated out of Simon's Warehouse, next to Co...
02/25/2026

Did you know? For decades, Joseph Simon Scrap Iron, Metals & Marine Stores operated out of Simon's Warehouse, next to Collin's Bank Building. Today, its original sign—once a familiar sight on Lower Water Street—can be found in the main hallway of the Pickford & Black building.

Visit Historic Properties today and uncover more local hidden gems.

Historic Properties has been a cornerstone of downtown Halifax since the 1800s.Rediscover your community at Historic Pro...
01/27/2026

Historic Properties has been a cornerstone of downtown Halifax since the 1800s.

Rediscover your community at Historic Properties.

Winter is fully here! Cozy up by the fire on your next trip downtown at Historic Properties.
01/12/2026

Winter is fully here! Cozy up by the fire on your next trip downtown at Historic Properties.

Lest we forget.
11/11/2025

Lest we forget.

The story of Historic Properties began in the 1800s at the heart of downtown Halifax as one of the city's oldest and mos...
10/22/2025

The story of Historic Properties began in the 1800s at the heart of downtown Halifax as one of the city's oldest and most recognizable landmarks.

Discover Halifax History at Historic Properties today.

Since the 1800s, Historic Properties has been a staple of the Halifax waterfront.
09/28/2025

Since the 1800s, Historic Properties has been a staple of the Halifax waterfront.

Did you know? 💭 This iron vault door was once used in the main office of Pickford & Black throughout the nineteenth cent...
09/03/2025

Did you know? 💭 This iron vault door was once used in the main office of Pickford & Black throughout the nineteenth century. Today, it is on display at Historic Properties.

Visit and uncover more hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

Enjoy beautiful, picturesque views of the harbour and downtown with the convenience of the Halifax Ferry Terminal locate...
08/20/2025

Enjoy beautiful, picturesque views of the harbour and downtown with the convenience of the Halifax Ferry Terminal located right next to Historic Properties.

The past is ever-present at Historic Properties.
08/06/2025

The past is ever-present at Historic Properties.

Address

1869 Upper Water Street
Halifax, NS
B3J1S9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+19024224424

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