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NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM

Explore one of Canada’s best 1812 collections in a space designed with audio-visual ambiances of war and hands-on activities in the Gale Family War of 1812 Gallery. Learn about the history of world famous Niagara Falls, its community, its people and their stories in the new Community Gallery. Return to experience rotating exhibits in the Ontario Power Generation Temporary Exhibition Gallery.

45 minutes | $6 per person

Community gallery and stairs

BATTLEFIELD TOUR

Walk in the footsteps of an 1812 Soldier on the Lundy’s Lane Battlefield located at Drummond Hill Cemetery. Explore such topics as the lay of the land as it was in 1814, the experience of soldiers and civilians, tactics used in the battle, and the aftermath and effects of the battle.

45 minutes | $6 per person

Tour guide motioning towards a cannon

DRUMMOND HILL CEMETERY TOUR

This tour offers a unique opportunity to discover Niagara Falls through a visit within one of the most historic cemeteries in Canada. This tour provides a glimpse into the lives of some of the famous and not so famous people from the history of the city. The tour will also include a brief introduction to the Battle of Lundy’s Lane, which took place on the grounds of the cemetery.

45 minutes | $6 per person

MUSEUM AND BATTLEFIELD/cemetery TOUR

Combine the best of both worlds! Begin by touring the museum galleries focusing on the War of 1812, then travel to the location of the “bloodiest battle of the War of 1812.”

 90 minutes | $9 per person

Tour group at Drummond Hill Cemetery

BATTLE GROUND HOTEL MUSEUM TOUR

Situated a five minute walk away from the Niagara Falls History Museum, the Battle Ground Hotel Museum is a restored 1850’s tavern which sits on the site of the Battle of Lundy’s Lane. The tavern houses furnished period rooms and artefacts from the War of 1812. Visitors are guided through the experience of early tourism and tavern life of 1850’s Niagara and its fascination with the famed battlefield.

Please note the Battle Ground Hotel Museum is open for tours April-October.

 30 Minutes | $3 per person

Exterior of Battle Ground Hotel Museum

Tour group inside Battle Ground Hotel Museum 

Please note the minimum number of participants for any group tour is 15 individuals.

To book your group tour or to receive more information please contact the Niagara Falls History Museum at 905-358-5082