Herbin Jewellers

Location: 453 Main St.

John Frederic Herbin bought a building in 1885 to set-up his jewellery store (third photo).

In 1893, he purchased the property you are currently standing at and moved his building here. In 1898, he outgrew that building and constructed the one you see here, today. In 1917, Herbin connected his building with the one next to it. This connected building saw many different businesses over the years, including a tea room, restaurant and a ladies' wear store.

Still in the family today, Herbin Jewellers is a Wolfville staple.

Fun Fact: John Frederic Herbin was instrumental in the creation of Evangeline Park, now the National Historic Site, and was also an Acadia University graduate.

Photos:

1. The jewellery store portion of the building, as of July 2023
2. The full building, as of July 2023
3. The “new” Herbin’s, circa 1898
4. Herbin’s, circa 1890s