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Viola’s Way – New Glasgow

Viola’s Way is a pedestrian only street that commemorates the historical significance of Viola Desmond. It lies next to the former Roseland Theatre, where entrepreneur Viola Desmond made history in 1946 by refusing to leave her seat in the main floor of the segregated theatre.

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Viola’s Way – New Glasgow
155 Forbes St
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
B2H 2R1
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About Viola’s Way – New Glasgow

The exterior wall of the former theatre on Viola’s Way features artwork by Atlantic Canadian artists inspired by Desmond’s story.

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155 Forbes St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, B2H 2R1

Viola’s Way – New Glasgow

155 Forbes St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, B2H 2R1