The Niagara area is rich in history from both the Canadian and American viewpoint. This area was a major area of engagement during the War of 1812 between the Americans and the British.General Brock Parkway has nice ring. - Now when you drive along the south side of Queenston Heights park and look up at the monument towering above you, just look at the highway sign to see who that monument honors.
Unique opportunity to tour Fort Niagara Lighthouse - Unusual opportunity for lighthouse fans. If you time it right.
Navy Island had exciting past. - It may be almost within a very, very long stone's throw of the Niagara Parkway. But wiithout a boat you won't get there.
Fort George has Ghosts? - Halloween is coming and here is a timely tour. If you dare, that is.
An unusual slant on history - General Isaac Brock's grey stallion Alfred is the focus of historical tour this Satruday
Fort George 'under attack' - The musket balls were flying, troops were attacking, spectators were cheering. What's that all about?
History in Niagara - at McFarland House - Niagara once again plays host to a series of historical re-enactments.
U.S. invasion of 1812 a mistake? - Did the U.S. have a chance when the attacked England and her colony and allies in Canada? Where the British just lucky?
Brock showing his age. - General Brock towering over Niagara-on-the-Lake takes its toll.
Battle of Lundy's Lane honored this Sunday - The annual service honoring the Battle of Lundy's Lane is taking place Sunday at 12:30 pm
History Buffs Rejoice - History comes alive as British to storm and capture Fort Niagara July 29. You can have a ring side seat.
Afraid of Ghosts!? - It was Canada's bloodies battlefield. Do ghosts still roam there?
General Brock Parkway - at last. - General Brock Parkway - "Hey, that must be the guy on that tall statue we just passed"
McFarland House: Site of the best, worst of war - McFarland House played an important part in the War of 1812, It was occupied by both sides at different times.
First Annual War of 1812-15 Militia Muster - July 17 & 18, 2006 - First Annual War of 1812-15 Militia Muster - July 17 & 18, 2006. See history come alive as you step back 194 years through time
Last Direct Invasion of Canada? 140 years ago and it wasn't the Americans. - We lost the battle, The enemy retreated and were later detained. And it helped spur Canada on to become a nation.
Queenston Heights Battlefield Tour this weekend - Retrace the steps of the soldiers who fought in the Battle for Queenston Heights.
Isnt Niagara historically important? - Isnt Niagara historically important? Well, at least, Laura Secord has been recognized as a national historical person.
Laura Secord Homestead- Not like Willie Wonka - Laura Secord Homestead- Not like Willie Wonka
Park features point to path of first Welland Canal - Park features point to path of first Welland Canal
Adrift above Niagara Falls - - Here's one of my favorite attractions to tell visitors about. And its FREE. In 1918, while working on the Power station, a barge became adrift in the upper rapids. The swift current swept the barge and it's three occupants towards the brink of the Horseshoe Falls.
First Niagara Falls nightly lighting a magical event - London Times 1860 - Take a facinating journey through time as developing technology and increasing demand have taken us from
200 Bengal lights to 21 Xenon lights. Each Xenon light has the effect of 25 million candles.
Laura Secord - Canada's Paul Revere
