The fort was originally built in 1764, but destroyed by a storm in 1803. The War of 1812 broke out during its rebuilding and was captured by the Americans, who later abandoned it. Restored in 1939, the impressive structure boasts a dry ditch, drawbridge, bastions, and guns typical of that era. Relics from the War of 1812 are on display. Guided tours are available, and battle re-enactments take place in August.
Location:
350 Niagara Parkway, Fort Erie Ontario L2A 3S3
Telephone
905-871-0540
Other History nearby:
(Amherst) Amherst Museum
(Eden) Brimms Kazoo Co & Kazoo Museum
(Buffalo) Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
(Lockport) Col William M Bond House
(Dundas) Dundas Historical Society Museum
(Hamilton) Dundurn Castle
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02/21 Coming to The Fort Erie area
Rochester Greek Festival Rochester NY May30-June2 Serving your favorite Greek pita sandwiches like Gyro, Souvlaki and Loukaniko. Try homemade Spanakopita, Greek Chicken, Pastichio, Moussaka, Stuffed Green Pepper and Tomato and Lamb Shank dinners.
Buffalo Greek Fest Buffalo NY May31-June2 Acquaint yourselves with our Greek Orthodox Church. Step into our culture and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the birthplace of democracy – Greece. Enjoy the Greek food, feel the rhythm of the music, and dance a little!
Scandinavian Folk Festival Gerry NY July19-21 Swedish Food Every Day, Expanded Lecture Program, Feature Length Swedish Movies (with English subtitles), A Celebration of Hans Christian Anderson.
Sorrento Cheese Buffalo Italian Heritage Festival Buffalo NY August1-4 Cultural demonstrations including Tarantella Italian street dancers, Grape Stomping contests, Sicilian puppet shows. Second largest Italian street festival in the country.
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