Fishermen from Portugal, the Basque provinces of France and Spain, Northern France (perhaps Normandy) and West Country England are known to have frequented eastern Newfoundland during the first half of the 1600s, some as early as the first decade of the 16th century.

The Basque whalers of France and Spain enjoyed at least 50 years of prosperity off the Labrador coast hunting whales during the 16th century.

Introductory page for the historical documents relating to Ferryland, giving explanations for the selction of documents, spelling and punctuation, and correct citation.

Table of Contents for the historical documents relating to Ferryland.

A list of some Ferryland residents from 1597 to the 19th century whose surnames begin with the letters A-D.

A list of some Ferryland residents from 1597 to the 19th century whose surnames begin with the letters I-L.

A list of some Ferryland residents from 1597 to the 19th century whose surnames begin with the letters Q-T.

Introductory page for a list of Ferryland residents from 1597 to the 19th century.

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

Page 4 of a sample of miscellaneous artifacts unearthed at the Colony of Avalon.

Page 3 of a sample of miscellaneous artifacts unearthed at the Colony of Avalon.

In late 16th century England, there was a growing interest in planting colonies in North America, including Newfoundland.

An introduction to the text and image-based walking tour of the Colony of Avalon.