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 Visiting spirits of the past |
26 Queen St (Near King) Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 468 4257 http://www.niagara.com/~parkscan/ |
It's only natural that a structure with as much history as Fort George, in Niagara-on-the-Lake, would have a few skeletons in its closets. All summer long, you too can converse with these spirits while taking part in a nighttime candlelit Ghost Tours of Fort George. Guides will tell of mysterious real life encounters with the spirits, going back to the War of 1812. It's both fun and informative, and guaranteed to send some chills up your spine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Re-living the War of 1812 |
Niagara Parkway (at John Street) Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 468 4257 http://www.parkscanada.ca |
One of the strategic spots during the War of 1812, this fort, located in the Fort George National Historic Park in Niagara-on-the-Lake, features costumed guides and recreations of the key battles during that war. You'll find period music, crafts and food. This location served as the headquarters for Isaac Brock's British Army during the War and it was from here that he set out to defend the village of Queenston, as commemorated in Brock's Monument at Queenston Heights Park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Mike Fitzpatrick |
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A Canadian Heroine's Historic Home |
29 Queenston St At Highlander Street Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 371 0254 / +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Home of Canadian heroine Laura Secord, who warned the British of an impending American attack during the War of 1812, this museum features genuine furnishings from the era. Costumed guides relate the story of how Laura risked death in uncharted woods through enemy lines to reach British command after overhearing an American plan to ambush the British. Located in Queenston and under the administration of the Niagara Parks Commission, the homestead marks the starting point of her 32-mile trek. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Housed in an historic building |
5810 Ferry St At Sylvia Street Niagara Falls, ON L2G 1S9 Canada +1 905 358 5082 |
Featuring displays ranging from pioneer furniture, glass, and early tourism to the War of 1812, this museum offers more than 140 exhibits. It is housed in an historic 1874 cut-stone building close to the 1814 Battle of Lundy's Lane. Aside from battle artifacts, the museum also has a collection of toys, a Victorian parlour and travelling exhibits. One of the more interesting exhibits is the story of the development of Niagara Falls as one of the world's major tourist centres. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Strategic Military Site |
350 Lakeshore Rd (At Dominion) Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com/ |
Once an important military post during the War of 1812, this fort today serves as a faithful recreation of those times, complete with guards dressed in period clothing, rooms frozen in time and re-enactments of the battles of the day. Reconstructed and administered by the Niagara Parks Commission, the fort features a gift shop, snack bar, picnic area, and playground for kids. The fort is located on the shores of Lake Erie, directly across from Buffalo. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Preserving local history |
9935 Niagara Pkwy, R.R. #3 At Weaver Rd Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6 Canada +1 905 295 4036 http://people.becon.org/~willo... |
Situated in a quintessential red brick rural schoolhouse a few kilometres south of the Falls along the Niagara River Parkway, this museum features artifacts dating back to the late 1700s—and some as recent as the 1960s. Aside from collecting, housing, displaying and interpreting historic treasures from the region, the museum also hosts numerous events throughout the year related to the history and culture of the region. Among these are weavers' guild works, classic cars, fairs, and antique gas-powered engines. Admission is free but a donation is requested. Review © 2007, Wcities |