Potato World

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

REOPEN JUNE 1/2012

NOTICE

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF POTATO WORLD, I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A SINCERE THANK YOU TO THE PROVINCE OF NEW BRUNSWICK FOR PROVIDING US WITH AN OPERATIONAL GRANT FOR 2011. YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT ENABLES US TO CONTINUE SHARING THE HISTORY AND CULTURE OF POTATO FARMING IN NEW BRUNSWICK

NEW FOR 2011

COME CHECK OUT OUR NEW 6' POTATO PLANT

EXPANDED GIFT SHOP FEATURING LOCAL WOOD CRAFTS, QUILTS, ETC.

MUSEUM VIDEOS UPDATED AND MORE USER FRIENDLY

SEE CAFE PAGE FOR NEW MENU

FROM SEED TO PLATE IN THE FRENCH FRY CAPITAL OF THE WORLD

"EXPERIENTIAL TOUR"

Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 3pm (June, July & August) Book your tour today!

REGULAR TOURS

Mon-Friday 9-6 Sat. & Sun. 9-5 June, July & August, Mon-Fri. 9-5 Sept. - Mid October

"Tator Tot Corner" For Kids And A Play Centre Outside

Outside Dining In The Courtyard

Need A Venue For A Birthday, Anniversary or Retirement Party, etc. Our Cafe & Kitchen Facilities Are Available To Rent. Call & Book Your Party Today! Need A Boardroom To Host A Meeting Or Training Session? Contact Us Today To Rent Our Spacious Boardroom With Our New To Us Padded Chairs Compliments of Best Western In Woodstock.

Municipal Visitor Information Centre Onsite

Motor Coaches Welcomed! (reservations required)

iscover the impact the humble potato has had on the survival of New Brunswick’s early settlers and how important it is to the economy of the Province today. Explore the interactive displays for interesting insights into the potato’s history, the industry, the science and the hard work of the people who strive to put the best potatoes possible on your dinner table. Take our new Experiential Tour and experience hands on the cutting and planting of seed potato, the difficulties in moving a 165 lb barrel of potatoes and hand cutting french fries. Finish your tour with a serving of hot fries.
Let our trained staff be your tour guides during your fun filled visit. Nestled in the picturesque St. John River Valley, POTATO WORLD is 2 acres of state of the art hands-on displays, educational video theatres, antique machinery and a potato variety garden. We are also the home of the Potato World Hall of Recognition, acknowledging the contributions of New Brunswickers to the potato industry. POTATO WORLD is located in the French Fry Capital of the World, Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick, just off the Trans Canada Highway at exit 153 on highway 110. >>See the map
	POTATO WORLD is fun for the whole family and includes exciting, educational hands-on displays both inside and out. Come and enjoy some of New Brunswick’s favourite potato recipes at the Harvest Café. Admission: Self Guided/Experiential Tour . Adults: $5.00/$10.00 Seniors: $4.00/$8.00 Children 12 & under: $3.00/$6.00 Family rate: $16.00/$32.00 Guided Tour & Use of Camera Extra Group rates are available/Bus Tours Welcomed Site is wheelchair accessible. Summer Hours: June, July & August Museum: Mon-Fri. 9am to 6pm Sat-Sun 9am to 5pm Fall Hours :Sept. - Mid October Mon-Fri. 9am to 5pm Cafe: Mon.-Fri. 11-4 until end of September. Closed in October
Opening June 1/2011 - Closing October 14/11