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The Oak Island Interpretive Centre

Where the legend comes to life — artifacts, exhibits, and the start of every tour.

Now open 7 days a week

The Interpretive Centre is open to everyone — no tour required. Admission is $5 per person · All welcome. Come explore the exhibits, artifacts, and story of Oak Island any day of the week.

Your Starting Point

Where Every Tour Begins

Located at 5 Oak Island Drive, the Interpretive Centre is the heart of the Oak Island visitor experience. It’s where your guided tour departs, where the island’s most fascinating artifacts are displayed, and where you can explore the story of the 230-year treasure hunt up close.

A Look Inside

Exhibits & Artifacts

From recovered artifacts to detailed maps of the island, the centre brings centuries of searching to life.

The welcoming front entrance of the Oak Island Interpretive Centre — open door, flower planters, and the house number 5 at 5 Oak Island Drive
The welcoming front entrance of the Oak Island Interpretive Centre — open door, flower planters, and the house number 5 at 5 Oak Island Drive
A life-size pirate statue and the “Respect the Legend” narrative panel greeting visitors in the main hall of the Interpretive Centre
A life-size pirate statue and the “Respect the Legend” narrative panel greeting visitors in the main hall of the Interpretive Centre
A wide view of the Interpretive Centre gallery — historic quotes about Oak Island line the top of the wall above a large framed map of the island
A wide view of the Interpretive Centre gallery — historic quotes about Oak Island line the top of the wall above a large framed map of the island
A visitor reading through the timeline of the Oak Island search on the Interpretive Centre’s history wall
A visitor reading through the timeline of the Oak Island search on the Interpretive Centre’s history wall
Guests gathered around an interactive Money Pit display cabinet, with an aerial view of Oak Island on the wall
Guests gathered around an interactive Money Pit display cabinet, with an aerial view of Oak Island on the wall
Visitors examining a display case of small Oak Island artifacts, with the large island map on the wall behind them
Visitors examining a display case of small Oak Island artifacts, with the large island map on the wall behind them

Visiting the Centre

Location
5 Oak Island Drive, Martin’s Point, NS
Hours
  • Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Admission
$5 per person · All welcome
Treasure Shop
The Oak Island Treasure Shop is in its own building on site, offering official merchandise and items crafted from Oak Island wood.
Accessibility
The centre and tour tram are wheelchair accessible. Contact us in advance if you need mobility assistance.
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Exterior of the Oak Island Interpretive Centre with visitors arriving for a tour