WillowTree Heritage Society
Hant's Harbour, Trinity Bay, NL
Hant's Harbour, Trinity Bay, NL
The Willow Tree Heritage Society operates the Willow Tree Museum, the Willow Tree Cemetery, and the Registered Historical Fishing Premises in the town of Hant’s Harbour, Trinity Bay—a town with a history dating back to the migratory fishery of the early 17th century. Hant’s Harbour, located on the western side of the Bay de Verde Peninsula in Trinity Bay, is a community steeped in history and tradition. First settled by fishermen from Devonshire, England, it became a hub for the cod fishery and later, the crab fishery. The town's rugged charm is accentuated by stories of pirates, shipwrecks, and even ghost tales passed through generations. Its rich heritage continues to be a source of pride, celebrated through its historical sites and vibrant community spirit .
This registered heritage site was built in 1905 and is the last remaining traditional fishing stage in Hant’s Harbour.
Experience artifacts from Hant’s Harbour’s storied past.
Discover one of the oldest settlements in Newfoundland with a self-guided heritage tour.
Learn how the shipwreck of The Fanny in 1835 inspired our name and shaped our history.