Charlotte County has unique aspect to its history and our museum offers visitors the opportunity to view glimpses of life. Since 1961, we have been preserving artifacts presenting exhibitions and offering educational programs and tours about the history of Charlotte County. 

The museum is located in the historic James Simpson Murchie House in St. Stephen, New Brunswick. The Murchie House consists of a white three-storey wood frame Second Empire residence. Formerly a family home, it now houses the Charlotte County Museum. The Murchie House is designated a Local Historic Place for its architecture and for its association with the Murchie family.

The Murchie House was built in 1864 for James Simpson Murchie. It represents a good example of mid-nineteenth century Second Empire residential architecture in St. Stephen. This style is exhibited in such details as the traditional mansard roof with dormers, the symmetrical façade with bay windows and the elaborate detailing.

James Simpson Murchie was a prominent lumberman, businessman and a leading entrepreneur in the area during the 19th century. He was a Member of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of New Brunswick. In 1928, his daughter, Emma J. Murchie Eaton, presented the house to the Town of Milltown. Subsequently, James Simpson Murchie House was used as the Town Hall for 45 years and, since 1980, has been the home of the Charlotte County Museum.

In addition to our efforts to showcase the history of Charlotte County, the Museum is committed to preserving the heritage of this beautiful house.