Water for Life, Community Yoga, Mark Twain Niagara Show and more.

WATER FOR LIFE
International Art Exhibit

Water for Life is the newest exhibit for the City of Niagara Falls Museums. The exhibition opened on May 12 and features 37 artists from 18 countries, displaying their works with a focus on the theme of water and the fact that water is the essence of life. These distinguished artists were selected based on their recognition by international art critics and their award-winning works. The Niagara Falls Museums are very excited to be hosting this interesting exhibition this summer.

Water for Life opened to the public on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the Niagara Falls History Museum, 5810 Ferry Street, and runs until Sunday, September 9, 2018.

Willoughby Historical Museum & Battle Ground Hotel open for the season

The Niagara Falls Museums operates two wonderful museums that allow you to learn more about our rural history (Willoughby Historical Museum) and about the Lundy’s Lane Battlefield and Battlefield Tourism (Battle Ground Hotel Museum). These two great sites open up for the season on Victoria Day weekend. Check them out this summer.

GOING “BEHIND THE FALLING SHEET OF WATER”

Copy of a Certificate for passing behind the falling sheet of water.
Hiram D. Condict, Esq. made the trip behind the Great Falling Sheet of Water as far as Termination Rock on the 10th day of April, 1841, as attested by Isaiah Starkey.
S. Zavitz Collection

Seeing a business opportunity, in 1818 local entrepreneur William Forsyth constructed a spiral stairway down the side of the gorge near Table Rock. With access now much easier and safer, many more people began to make the descent into the gorge and explore the area behind the Horseshoe Falls.

By 1827, a “Trip Behind the Great Falling Sheet of Water,” as it was named, had become a relatively popular and organized attraction. Captain Basil Hall visited Niagara Falls during June 1827, and wrote how on three occasions he visited “the extraordinary cave formed between the cascade and the face of the overhanging cliff.” He was conducted each time by an experienced guide who made a “handsome livelihood” leading these tours.

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Going Behind the Falls

Free Admission every Thursday night from 5 - 9 p.m. Make us a habit.

There is always something going on Thursday Nights

The Niagara Falls History Museum is open until 9:00 p.m. on Thursdays and provides free access to the galleries and a variety of programmes for all ages. This month’s programmes include:

June 7
Community Yoga Series @ 7pm
People in a yoga class
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!

June 14
Twain’s Niagara Show @ 7pm
Mark Twain in Niagara Poster
History is alive in Niagara... Be a part of it! Come join Mark Twain on an adventure through the world of Niagara. The World Famous storyteller and author comes to life on stage. Learn about the war of 1812 and the Underground Rail Road. Listen to the tales of Twain's first visit to Niagara in 1869. It's an evening you will never forget. Featuring special guest, violinist Danielle Marconi.

June 21
National Indigenous Peoples Day @ 7pm
Picture of a First Nations family
Visit the Museum to celebrate the history and the contribution of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, through an evening of crafts and a film.

June 28
Last Day of School @ 7pm
Family activities, Scavenger Hunt, Museum Insiders and more.

The Insiders

Also on Thursday nights, when you visit the Museum, you might run across one of our new crew of volunteers. These individuals have worked with us on coming up with a new perspective on looking at our history. There will be new people out each week, so make it a habit of stopping by.

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

For more information on other benefits, call the museum at 905-358-5082

Educational Programs

The Museum has released the 2018 educational program offerings for teachers. There are a few new programs that fit the Ontario Curriculum as well as Museum and Battlefield tours.

We are also excited to be working with Niagara Falls Transit on offering free bus transportation to elementary school children.

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WATER FOR LIFE International Art Exhibit