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Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation
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The Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation, founded in 1983 by the Museums Act, operates out of the Beaconsfield Museum in Charlottetown, PEI. The Museum and Heritage Foundation operates seven museums and historic sites, supports educational and publishing programs, as well as administering exhibits and special events. Administered by a board of directors, the Foundation reports to the provincial Minister of Community and Cultural Affairs.
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation succeeds the PEI Heritage Foundation, which was established in 1970.