Niagara Historical Museum

Tourism Region: Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Niagara Historical Society & Museum has been collecting the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake for over 100 years. The Museum contains a very important collection of early Canadiana (1780s - 1890s)

About the Collections

9,000 artifacts late 18th century to early 19th century

Approximate number of objects in the collections: 9,000

Archives

The NHS has a collection of over 35,000 archives. Maps, paintings, oral histories, municipal documents, and primary material relevant to the history of Niagara.

Architectural Records • Cartographic Materials • Electronic Records • Prints and Drawings • Manuscripts • Photographs • Sound Recordings

Decorative Arts

The NHS has a good collection of Mercury Glass, Cranberry Glass, Pressed Glass and very good collection of early Canadian furniture

Ceramics, Porcelain or Pottery • Costumes • Furniture or Furnishings • Glass • Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork • Musical Instruments • Textiles or Tapestries

Fine Arts

The NHS has a small but significant collection of portaits and locals paintings.

Culture:
Canadian • European

Period:
Historical

Media:
Painting • Photography • Prints and Drawings

Miscellaneous:
Folk Art

Human History

Agriculture • Archaeological Objects • Ceremonial Objects • Clocks or Time-Keeping Devices • Communications Devices • Costumes and Accessories • Currency • Furniture or Furnishings • Household Objects or Domestic Technology • Imaging : Photographs • Local History • Manuscripts • Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints • Medals • Memorabilia • Military History and Technology • Musical Instruments • Sports Equipment • Toys and Games • Weapons

Services & Activities

Guided group tours by appointment; monthly lecture series; research;

Research Services

Research room of secondary sources and files available without appointment. Our archives are only accessible by appointment with the Managing Director. We do conduct research if you so choose.

Archival Records • Library

Educational Programs

Educational programs can be discussed by contacting the Managing Director

Classes or Workshops • Internships • Lectures • School Programs : Age 0-4 (Pre-School) : Age 5-11 (k-6) : Age 12-17 (7-13)(Quebec: Secondary 1-CEGEP) : Age 18 and up (Post-Secondary)

Visitor Services

Self-guided tour through Museum. Some text available in French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Braille

Information Centre or Desk • Gift shop • Special Needs Facilities : Washrooms : Wheelchair access • Washrooms
Other Guided Tours: Walking group tours of historic Niagara-on-the-Lake - call for details

Volunteer Services

Volunteer Services Available • Volunteer Training Offered

Number of Volunteers: 65

Activities: Archival, front desk reception, exhibitions, lecture setup, refreshments, special events, fundraising, maintenance, gardening

Member Privileges

Discount in gift shop, free admission to lectures, free admission to Museum, quarterly newsletter, advance notice of special events and programs

Food Services

Small selection of drinks available.

Reception Facilities
Other: Occassional teas in the courtyard

Internet Services

General Information • Collections • Events • Directions or Map • Local History • Online Giftshop or Bookstore • Other Internet Services

Local Tourism Links

Local Attractions

Publications and Products

The Niagara Historical Society has published over 60 books and pamplets on Niagara's History. Call for details. Titles include "Slavery and Freedom", "The Friendly Invasion", "Niagara as a refuge for Americans", "Niagara-on-the-Lake as a refuge for Confederates" and more.

Books • Brochures • Catalogues • Museum Guide • Newsletters • Postcards • Posters • Tour Packages • T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps • Commemorative Souvenirs
Other: Small selection of gift ware

Featured Images

Map

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© Niagara Historical Society & Museum, 2003

Location

Address:	43 Castlereagh St. Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 See Map
Telephone:	905-468-3912
Fax:	905-468-1728
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