Fort George National Historic Site, Parks Canada

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During the War of 1812, Fort George served as the headquarters for the Centre Division of the British Army. Fort George was a principal fortification on the Niagara Peninsula during the War of 1812 and played a key role in the defence of Upper Canada. On May 25, 1813, Fort George was destroyed by American artillery, which, contributed to an American victory in the Battle of Fort George and a subsequent seven-month occupation by American forces.

Have you followed the trail to ? A lakeshore trail leads you along Lake Ontario to a different Niagara-on-the-Lake hist...
09/16/2026

Have you followed the trail to ?

A lakeshore trail leads you along Lake Ontario to a different Niagara-on-the-Lake historic place.
Once there, explore the star-shaped earthworks, take in the view and discover a fort built from the remains of a destroyed lighthouse.

Best of all? The grounds and trail are free to explore year-round.

Where will your next walk -through history take you?

Take a closer look! Tucked away in a sideboard somewhere in sits a set of cups once used for sipping hot chocolate. D...
09/14/2026

Take a closer look!

Tucked away in a sideboard somewhere in sits a set of cups once used for sipping hot chocolate.

Do you know where they’re hiding?

Hint: You might find them somewhere an officer would sit down for a meal.

Have you spotted them on a visit? Let us know!

Thursday, September 24 is the final Fort Major's Tour of the season!Join the site manager for an after-hours look at a...
09/12/2026

Thursday, September 24 is the final Fort Major's Tour of the season!

Join the site manager for an after-hours look at and hear some of the stories that don't always make it into a regular visit.

You'll get an up-close look at artifacts connected to the Fort’s War of 1812 history and experience Fort George after the daytime crowds have gone home.

Plan your visit: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/fortgeorge

Take a closer look! Somewhere inside , a fire is being stoked — and it may need to keep burning for hours. Do you know ...
09/05/2026

Take a closer look!

Somewhere inside , a fire is being stoked — and it may need to keep burning for hours.

Do you know where you might find it?

Hint: You may need to trust your nose...or your stomach.

Keep an eye out on your next visit to Fort George!

Looking for a long weekend Adventure? Make part of your Labour Day weekend plans!Step through the gates and into the W...
09/03/2026

Looking for a long weekend Adventure?

Make part of your Labour Day weekend plans!

Step through the gates and into the War of 1812 with historic buildings to explore, costumed interpreters to meet, and stories waiting around every corner.

Fort George is open Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE:

Fort George will be closed on Monday, September 7.

Plan your visit: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/fortgeorge

Dearest Gentle Reader...Your invitation to the social event of the season has arrived. On September 26, the gates of w...
09/02/2026

Dearest Gentle Reader...

Your invitation to the social event of the season has arrived.

On September 26, the gates of will open for Regency Rebels: A Bridgerton-inspired Soirée.

Learn Regency dances, mingle with members of the ton, play period games, pose with Queen Charlotte and embrace a little Regency mischief.

Costumes are encouraged, but certainly not required.

📆 : September 26
⏰ : Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
🎫 : 19+ | Advance tickets required: https://thepointofsale.com/tickets/regency-rebels-at-fort-george?lang=en

Will you be joining the ton?

Summer may be coming to a close, but there's still plenty to experience at this fall.Beginning September 9, the fort w...
08/31/2026

Summer may be coming to a close, but there's still plenty to experience at this fall.

Beginning September 9, the fort will be open Wednesday through Sunday and closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

We look forward to welcoming you throughout the autumn season as the story of Fort George continues.

Please note that Fort George National Historic Site will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labour Day).

Learn more: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/fortgeorge/visit/heures-hours?wbdisable=true

Looking for plans for this Labour Day Weekend?Step back in time at .Meet costumed interpreters, watch musket demonstrat...
08/29/2026

Looking for plans for this Labour Day Weekend?

Step back in time at .

Meet costumed interpreters, watch musket demonstrations, enjoy military music, and explore one of Canada's most important War of 1812 sites.

Thanks to the Pass, admission remains free until September 7.

Make Fort George part of your long weekend adventure.

Happy National Dog Day!Dogs are welcome on the heritage trails around , as long as they're kept on leash.Bring your fou...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day!

Dogs are welcome on the heritage trails around , as long as they're kept on leash.

Bring your four-legged companion along on your next visit, and while you're here, be sure to check out our Parks Canada dog bandanas available at the gift shop while supplies last!

Thank you for helping us keep Fort George enjoyable for all visitors.

Address

51 Queens Parade
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
L0S1J0

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19054686614

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