The principal residence of Avalon, where Calvert and his family lived during the winter of 1628-29 and in which the Kirkes established their residence in 1638, has long been the object of archaeologists working at Ferryland.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web Site includes both map reproductions and illustrative maps created for specific articles.

During the late 15th century, Europe was on the verge of geographical expansion. Motives for exploration in the medieval era were diverse.

A brief biography on explorer James Cook, who created charts of the Newfoundland coastline during the 18th century.

A brief overview of the history of the migratory fishery on the east coast of Newfoundland. Ferryland is highlighted as a port.

An important fishing base for centuries, St. Pierre and Miquelon's population have had a long and varied relationship with their neighbours in Newfoundland.

Archaeologists, who thought that the 'prettie streete' would be little more than a dirt track meandering through the settlement, were surprised in 1994 to find the first traces of a cobblestone pavement near the western edge of the original settlement.