Established in 1895, the Niagara Historical Society is dedicated to understanding the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The most important aspect of the work of the Society is the maintenance of the Museum collection which began in 1896 and is one of Ontario's most important collections. Plan a visit to the Niagara Historical Society Museum to discover the unique stories of historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. Located 20km north of Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake provided a new home for refugees, was the capital of Upper Canada, was in the middle of a war zone and visited by millions as a place of recreation for over 100 years; these stories play a major role in the development of Canada.
Niagara on the Eve of War
Temporary Exhibition
February 1 - December 31, 2012
This exhibition focuses on what the town of Niagara on the Lake was like just prior and during the beginning of the War of 1812. The exhibit will explore the individuals who lived in Niagara as well as the community within which they lived. The exhibition will also touch upon what steps were being taken to protect Upper Canada at the very early stages of War. Focus will also be on the Battle of Queenston Heights which occurred on October 13, 1812.
Our Story
Permanent Exhibition
As visitors enter the Museum they will explore 9,000 years of history in first gallery of the Museum.
BROCK BALL Dinner
This once in a life time event is SOLD OUT!! Visit our EVENTS page for more information!
Event Sponsors:
John Harris & Maury Tawse, Simpson's Pharmacy, Barberian's Steak House, The Niagara-on-the-Lake Bed & Breakfast Association, Mori Nurseries, Sotheby's Canada, ScotiaMcLeod, Sotheby's International Realty and Sentineal Carriages.
1812 Lecture Series
Held on the third Thursday of each month from March to September and presented by expert historians, our lectures in 2012 will explore various aspects of the War of 1812. Generously sponsored by: 
Petticoats, Boots & Muskets
Starting June 1st to August 31st, the Museum will be continuing our 1812 Walking Tours of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake! However, this time we're adding a unique theatrical presentation on the War of 1812 which will run until August 26th! Come out and learn more about our Town and its War of 1812 history.
See our Events section for more information on all of our events
Student Art Competition
War of 1812 Bicentennial
For all Bicentennial events happening in Niagara-on-the-Lake, visit www.1812niagaraonthelake.ca
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In the news
- 1812 Funding in NOTL
- APTN- First Nations Monument at Queenston Heights
- Bicentennial Videos
- NEW! Niagara-on-the-Lake's Bicentennial of the War of 1812 Magazine
- Feds Launch War of 1812 Anniversary Plans!
- Forget the ice cream and chocolates; Laura Secord - our first spy!
- New Director for Museum
- War of 1812 projects get a funding boost
- War of 1812 goes digital
