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October 4, 2018 - December 30, 2018

This exhibit begins at the beginning of the slave journey, with a photo of a slave pen. These pens were holding pens on the properties of the slave traders.  Two photos show the homes of the slaves who actually lived and worked on the different plantations..  One of these photos contrasts a slave home with the mansion of the wealthy slave trader (later President) Andrew Jackson.

The slave traders shipped their slaves both north and south to their new lives along the route of the Natchez Trace.   The photo of this primitive trail,  worn deeply into the ground  by the thousands who walked its path, captures the route they took.  The least lucky slaves were shipped into the deep south, to live lives too often marked by severe hardship.  The photo of their dilapidated living quarters in Louisiana shows how flimsily  built they were.

For more information about this exhibition, click the link below:
Road to Freedom

STAMFORD PARK: RACING AT THE FALLS

The opening of the expanded Niagara Falls History Museum has provided us with new stories to tell about living in Niagara Falls, and we get plenty of questions from visitors about what they're seeing in the Museum. One such topic is Stamford Park, the race track in the west end of the city.

Horse racing has been a popular sport in Niagara since the officers at the garrison at Fort George began to show off their horses and their riding abilities on the commons at Newark (Niagara-on-the-Lake). Most of the towns and villages in Niagara boasted a track at one time or another. Niagara Falls' own Stamford Park began in 1922 when sports enthusiasts P. G. Demetre and Thomas Duggan purchased 74 hectares (182 acres) of farmland bound by the Canadian National Railway tracks on the South, Montrose Road on the west, and Woodbine Road on the north. At the time, the Park was outside the City in the old Stamford Township.

For more on this story, click the link below:
Stamford Race Track

There is always something going on Thursday Nights

December 6
One Dish, One Mic: A Live Podcast @ 7pm

In the heart of the One Dish with One Spoon Treaty territory, Niagarans Sean VanderKlis and Karl Dockstader dish on any and all issues. Visit the Museum for a special live recording of the podcast!


December 13
Community Yoga @ 7pm

Join Shine On Yoga for a FREE community yoga class. Relaxing hatha yoga class, geared toward reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality and maintaining or re-gaining your health. No yoga experience necessary.  Wear comfortable clothing, bring a water bottle and a yoga mat if you have one. Recommended for ages 16 and up.  20 Participants max, please come early to ensure a spot!

December 20
Through Anne's Eyes: A Performance @ 7pm

“What is it to look back on a life?” asks Anne in the opening line of Through Anne’s Eyes, a theatrical reading of Anne Shirley Blythe’s memories. Anne, now in her 60s, reminisces and reflects on her past - the very difficult moments and those of great joy. Join creator and performer Maja Bannerman and Vox Violins for an evening performance that includes many beloved moments from Anne of Green Gables.


December 27
Family Activity Night @ 7pm
Get into the winter spirit by decorating a wooden sleigh!

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Become a Member

Museum membership is inexpensive and an affordable way to find out about our community. Your membership gets you free admission to the Museum and current edition of our publication “Circa”, which is filled with great articles on local history. Past editions are also available for sale in our Gift Shop.

• Individual Membership - $15
• Family Membership - $25

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