Wholesale Northumberland Fisheries Museum & Lighthouse, Pictou Wharf

The sketch captures it from the waterfront at Pictou Wharf, where the Northumberland Fisheries Museum sits at the edge of the harbour in a scene that feels both timeless and deeply rooted in place. The white lighthouse with its distinctive red roof stands to the right, its reflection shimmering in the calm water below. A fishing boat with red masts is moored at the dock, and the green lawn and rocky shoreline in the foreground give the composition a quiet, unhurried quality that is entirely Pictou's own. Seagulls drift overhead, and the whole scene carries the easy stillness of a Maritime afternoon at the water's edge. The Northumberland Fisheries Museum is one of Pictou's most cherished institutions, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich fishing heritage of the Northumberland Strait and the communities that have depended on it for generations. The museum's collection tells the story of the inshore fishery through artifacts, photographs, and hands-on exhibits, bringing to life the traditions of lobster fishing, boat building, and the seasonal rhythms that have shaped life along this stretch of Nova Scotia's coast. The lighthouse beside it is one of the most photographed landmarks on the Pictou waterfront, a classic red-and-white beacon that has guided vessels into the harbour for well over a century. Together with the nearby Hector Heritage Quay, this waterfront precinct forms the heart of Pictou's heritage district, a compact and deeply rewarding destination for anyone who wants to understand what makes this small town so special. The Northumberland Strait itself, with its warm waters and sweeping views across to Prince Edward Island, provides a backdrop that is hard to match anywhere in Atlantic Canada. FOR ART PRINTS: * Sizes available are: 5"x7", 8"x10", 9"x12" and 11"x14". * Reproduced on high-quality 100lb paper and archival ink so your art will last for years to come! Ready to frame for wall art. Colours may vary due to screen/monitor settings. * Framing: We do not offer framing at this time. PAPER & DESCRIPTION * Print and cards are of my original handmade marker sketches. * For my original work I use Copic, and Winsor and Newton alcohol-based ink markers. * Prints are signed by the artist. PACKAGING Prints: All prints are packaged with love, sealed in an eco-friendly, compostable cello sleeve made of plant fibres with thick backing cardboard and mailed in a non-bend envelope to ensure the print remains in perfect condition.