This site is dedicated to providing the real and documented truth to Oak Island's history. 

Many books have been written about Oak Island for the purpose of narrating a treasure hunt. A few of the better books have attempted to cast light on the island's history before treasure hunting, and even fewer on the folks of the community who are connected with the island. Since the publication of those books, technology has provided access to information like never before; thus, early Oak Island information is more readily available for study. 

These pages are a history of Oak Island like you've never read before. Here you will read and learn about Oak Island and those associated with it, through the largest and most comprehensive online collection of primary source Oak Island documents such as grants, deeds, maps, letters, diaries, etc.  Many of these documents can be purchased in our store.

Through many of these documents the picture of Oak Island's early history is now more clear. The tale of three young lads, one Donald McGinnis, John Smith, and Anthony Vaughn Jr. rowing out to a previously uninhabited Oak Island in 1795, is the furthest from the truth that one can get. There is much more to the island's history than this quaint little tale.

One must wonder why the story developed the way it did.

Oak Island enthusiasts, those interested in Nova Scotia's history, or even archaeology, will find this site as a valuable resource. Please visit the FAQ menu selection where answers to your Frequently Asked Questions are provided.

Enjoy!