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A Town Built on Coal.
The Inverness Miners Museum is located on the stunning western coast of Cape Breton Island and presents the 19th and 20th-century coal-mining history of the area in a series of engaging displays.
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A feature documentary that follows the rise and fall of Inverness Town.
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The Inverness Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation, communication, interpretation, and promotion of the history, heritage and culture of the community of Inverness and the surrounding area. Focusing on the central theme of coal mining history, our goal is to provide quality exhibits in a well-managed, accessible facility applying general museum standards for all.
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