Niagara Falls History Museum
5810 Ferry Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour of two of Niagara Falls' most iconic historical points of interest -- Drummond Hill Cemetery & the Battle Ground Hotel Museum -- located just steps from the Niagara Falls History Museum Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (in July & August) Two tours, departing at 11 a.m. and 2 […]
Niagara Falls History Museum
5810 Ferry Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
The annual Community Art Project is back this summer at the Niagara Falls History Museum, led by local artist Rachelle Wunderink. Niagara Falls residents are invited to participate in free community art workshops at the Museum in July, August and September. The project, titled 'It Takes a Village', will be an amorphous city made up […]
Navy Hall
205 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a special lecture titled "Pride and Prejudice; Or, How to Write the Perfect Novel" to commemorate the 210th anniversary of 'Pride and Prejudice'! Dr. Barbara Seeber is a professor of English at Brock University, and specializes in Jane Austen! After the lecture there will be tea and treats available. The lecture will […]
Fort George
51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Join us for our annual Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers' Field Day! Fife and drum corps and infantry units converge on Fort George National Historic Site, showcasing the military music and drills of the early 19th century. This weekend-long event has become an annual tradition at Fort George, and is packed with firing demonstrations, […]
Engage in learning and reflection with local Indigenous artists, storytellers and knowledge keepers. The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA), Niagara Folk Arts Festival, and Kakekalanicks Consultinghave partnered once again to host the second annual Reawakening program at Ball’s Falls Conservation Area. Set within the beautiful landscape of the Niagara Escarpment and Carolinian forest, the Reawakening […]
Brock's Monument
14184 Niagara River Parkway, Queenston, Ontario, Canada
Join us at Brock's Monument on October 6, as we celebrate the life of the hero of Upper Canada, Major-General Sir Isaac Brock. This event will include special presentations highlighting the life of Brock, and birthday treats, which are being generously donated by one of our members. 10:00 am - The Life and Times of […]
Brock's Monument
14184 Niagara River Parkway, Queenston, Ontario, Canada
To commemorate the 211th anniversary of the Battle of Queenston Heights and the death of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock, we will be offering a commemorative tour of the battlefield at 10:00 am, followed by a tour of the Landscape of Nations. Tickets for the commemorative tour can be purchased in advance at https://friendsoffortgeorge.square.site
Portal Village Retirement Home
300 Elgin Street, Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada
Port Colborne Historical Society will meet October 16, 2023 at 7pm at Portal Village Retirement Home, 300 Elgin St, Port Colborne. Guest Jeff Dwor will speak on Dwor Metal Company: a three generation Port Colborne Family Business. For more information contact 905-835-2291 or portcolbornehistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Fort George
51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Bring your little goblins and ghouls for some trick-or-treating fun at Fort George National Historic Site on October 29 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Explore Fort George and learn about the early history of Niagara, while experiencing musket demonstrations and more! Children who come in their Halloween costumes will get some special treats.
Navy Hall
205 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Join the Friends of Fort George and Parks Canada for a special fundraiser dinner, which will be fashioned after the popular Sublime Beefsteak Society of England. The dinner will take place at Navy Hall National Historic Site on November 9, 2023 and will include a steak dinner, live music, an auction and great entertainment. Started […]
“Lest We Forget”, Who do we NOT want to forget? Who do we remember? Since West Lincoln consisted of 3 individual Townships prior to 1970, Caistor, Gainsborough and South Grimsby, there was no one plaque or list of these Veterans. The individual men were being forgotten. Author Joanne McLaren researched several of these men to […]
Fort George
51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Come and experience Christmas traditions from the early 19th century! Fort George will be decorated for the holiday season with traditional decorations of garland and natural greenery, roaring fires in the Officer’s Quarters, hot beverages, yummy treats and more! Join us from noon – 4:00 pm on December 9 - 10, 2023, for a fun […]
Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum
43 Castlereagh Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
Our winter virtual lecture series returns beginning on January 24th! Check out the topics and dates and stay tuned for registration links. Then join us on Wednesdays at 11 am for 6 weeks of interesting talks - some related to our current exhibition, some Black History topics for February and some others. All lectures will […]
Make a New Year's resolution that's easy: See arctic birds with us during the Birds on the Niagara International Birding Festival! Birds travel from the Arctic, the boreal, and the tundra to the Niagara River to overwinter in a warmer climate. Save the date Feb 16th-19th 2024, the festival will include multiple events both indoors […]
Niagara Glen Nature Centre
3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Niagara Glen Nature Center All are welcome to attend. Learn about Nature clubs and Nature happenings in Niagara. Featuring nature display tables and live birds of prey courtesy of the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. Paid Parking, or use the Niagara Parks Annual Parking Pass.
Navy Hall
205 Ricardo Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
We are excited to announce that Parks Canada’s Fireside Friday Lecture Series is returning this February to Navy Hall. These one hour-long presentations will feature staff, and historians from Parks Canada, special guest speakers, and some original artifacts from the war of 1812 and beyond! We hope you will join us for this very popular […]
Rodman Art Institute
104 St. Paul St., St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Black Excellence and Innovation in Niagara! Event Date: February 27th, 6pm - 8pm Location: Rodman Art Institute, 104 St Paul St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M2 Featured Presentation by Nikki Clarke: Founder, producer, and host of the award-winning talk show - The Nikki Clarke Show, and National Business […]
Beamer Memorial Conservation Area
28 Quarry Road, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada
Do you know about the annual spring bird migration? Join us to learn more! NPCA's Katy Sokoloski, Niagara Peninsula Hawkwatch volunteers, and the Lincoln Pelham Public Library will host a guided birding and hawkwatch hike at the beautiful Beamer Memorial Conservation Area on March 9. Participants will enjoy a hike along the escarpment while learning […]
Join the Niagara Peninsula Branch of Ontario Ancestors for this online (Zoom) presentation. Local Fort Erie author and historian June Chipp tells us about the invasion by Irish Americans known as Fenians in 1866. This attempted capture of Canada was a protest against British rule in Ireland, and resulted in major battles being fought in […]
Niagara Parks Power Station
7005 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Niagara Parks Event Lineup for Solar Eclipse Niagara Parks properties at the centre of the path of totality for the upcoming total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024 Free, interactive and educational programming for all ages across the Niagara River corridor For more information, visit niagaraparks.com/eclipse Niagara Parks is planning a multi-day event schedule featuring […]
Plymouth Cordage Retirement
110 First Street, Welland, Ontario, Canada
CFUW Welland and District is extending an invitation to the Niagara community to attend their April meeting featuring a presentation by Welland native Diane Goodwillie. With nearly 40 years of experience in the Pacific islands, Diane will discuss the geography, culture, and challenges faced by Pacific Island Women, including climate change impacts. Open to all […]
The Brown Homestead
1317 Pelham Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
The Brown Homestead is joining the cross-country celebration National Canadian Film Day with a free screening of Beans. Grab your favourite snacks from our concession before we turn down the lights in the oldest home in St. Catharines to watch 2021 Canadian Screen Award winner Beans, an emotive coming of age story set during the […]
Embark on a journey through time with the @notlmuseum! Discover the stories and secrets of NOTL's most fascinating areas, guided by local experts. From the historic voices to architectural marvels, each walk promises a unique glimpse into our heritage. 🗓️ Tour Dates & Themes: May 3: Explore Queenston with Linda Fritz May 10: Uncover St. […]
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