The War of 1812

It shaped Canada as we know it today

An intense and critically important three-year war fought between the United States of America and the United Kingdom, its colonies and North American Native Indian allies.

It resulted in victory for the British and Canadian militia in Lower and Upper Canada, and allowed what is now the Canada of today to keep its territory intact.

If the struggle had been lost, Canada might not exist as it does today. The historic sites in the Niagara region remain major historical sites, including Fort George, Brock’s Monument, and many others.

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#4 of 19 Museums in Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Ranked #4 of 19 Museums in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Dianne S

Reading, Pennsylvania

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Very nice collection of artifacts and explanations very interesting. A great place to get an overview of the area. Very friendly staff

tct1976

Toronto, Canada

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Museum is small, but has a lot of great artifacts and exhibits. We did the walking tour, offered through the museum. It was so informative, a great way to learn about the long history of NOTL.

Lee A

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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What a wonderful small museum. It packs a punch with the history of the First Nations, the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and its role a capital of Upper Canada (and its burning by American troops...

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