Fort Erie is the last stop on the Tour. It is a reconstructed British fort that was the site of the last major engagement of the War of 1812. Today, it is interpreted complete with costumed staff, an on-site museum, and musket demonstrations. Guided tours are available at certain times throughout the day. Fort Niagara is Open from May to October, and finishes its season with Halloween-themed events. They also host events throughout the Summer months. Current admission prices can be found at: https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/heritage/old-fort-erie/
Fort Erie was established as a British fort, and was captured and recaptured several times during the war of 1812. Fort Erie is the site of the last major engagement of the war, which lead to a standoff and the subsequent destruction of the fort and the retreat of the American army. Following the battle of Lundy's lane, the American army retreated to and fortified the British fort. The British advanced on Fort Erie, but were unable to take the well-defended fort. Eventually, a committed British attack breached the walls. With no further options, the Americans detonated the Fort's powder magazine, destroying the Fort and the British soldiers inside. Following the war, the Fort was not reconstructed, and was left to ruins for many years. In the early 20th century, the Fort was rebuilt by the Provincial and Federal Government, along with the Niagara Parks Commission.
Phone: | (905) 871-0540 |
Website: | https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/heritage/old-fort-erie/ |
Sunday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 5:00 PM |
Monday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 4:00 PM |
Tuesday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 4:00 PM |
Wednesday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 4:00 PM |
Thursday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 4:00 PM |
Friday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 4:00 PM |
Saturday from : | 10:00 AM | to : | 5:00 PM |
While the modern museum is accessible, the rest of the site will be difficult to navigate for those with accessibility issues.
Babcock, L.L. "The Siege of Fort Erie." Proceedings of the New York State Historical Association, vol. 8, 1909, pp. 38–59.