Anne of Green Gables

When the novel Anne of Green Gables was first published in 1908, most people could only dream of visiting its magical setting. As the book became popular around the world, many readers likely had no idea where Prince Edward Island was. They may have even wondered, "Is it a real place?" Today, millions of the book's fans have made the trip to PEI and discovered the land that captivated Anne in Lucy Maud Montgomery's stories. And for those who just can't get enough of their favourite red-headed girl, or the woman who created her, there are Anne-related attractions all over the Island.

Anne seems to get more popular every year in November 2023, an audible original of Anne of Green Gables was launched directed by Megan Follows with narration by Sandra Oh and Catherine O’Hara to name a few. 2017 marked the announcement of the Netflix series Anne With an E resulting in more fans flocking to the Island to get a taste of Green Gables. The Netflix series interpretation was created by a team of female powerhouses, a fact that Anne herself would love. Dreaming of the Lake of Shining Waters, running down a red clay road or walking through the Haunted Wood and Lover’s Lane? Although fictional, Anne of Green Gables is very real in the hearts and minds of Islanders and fans alike.

We have attractions across the Island dedicated to our beloved Anne and her author. In Charlottetown, see Anne of Green Gables – The Musical ™ at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (now performing every second year and returning in 2024) or Anne & Gilbert: The Musical at Florence Simmons Performance Hall. In Cavendish, drop into Green Gables Heritage Place and Montgomery Park, visit the Anne of Green Gables Museum in Park Corner, then hop over to Lower Bedeque and see the school where author LM Montgomery taught. You can almost picture Anne hitting Gilbert over the head with a chalkboard! In 2024 we will celebrate the 150th anniversary of author LM Montgomery and we invite you to come feel the influence this Island had on Lucy Maud Montgomery and understand why Anne was so enchanted by life here. Braid your pigtails and come explore Anne’s land!