Why is the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic important to Canada?

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, located on the waterfront in Halifax, is considered Canada’s preeminent maritime museum.1

It is an important cultural institution for the country because it serves as a repository for Canada’s rich nautical history, preserving and displaying significant historical artifacts related to the nation's maritime heritage. As part of the Nova Scotia Museum system, the institution plays a vital role in educating the public about the historical significance of the sea to the development and identity of the region and the nation as a whole.21