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SUMMARY:Niagara History Center's Locks and Legacy Gala & Auction
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Niagara History Center’s Locks and Legacy Gala & Auction on Saturday\, May 17 at the scenic Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises. Enjoy an exclusive boat tour\, delicious hors d’oeuvres\, cash bar\, live period music\, the wonderful Step Back in Time Players\, and silent and live auction where you can bid on unique items and experiences to support the Niagara History Center!
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/niagara-history-centers-locks-and-legacy-gala-auction/
LOCATION:Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises\, 210 Market Street\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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SUMMARY:Divided Waters: The Haudenosaunee and the Erie Canal's legacy
DESCRIPTION:The Erie Canal was by no doubt a boon to not only the State of New York\, but also a young United States of America. However\, a part of its history\, the Canal’s complex relationship with the Haudenosaunee\, is often overlooked and understudied. Learn about the counter narrative of the Erie Canal from Vince Shiffert\, a cultural educator for the Tuscarora Nation\, and witness the effects the feat of human engineering the Erie Canal had on the Native American tribes of New York State.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/divided-waters-the-haudenosaunee-and-the-erie-canals-legacy/
LOCATION:Historic Palace Theater\, 2 East Ave\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T180000
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SUMMARY:Freedom's Waterway: The Erie Canal and the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Erie Canal Bicentennial with the Niagara History Center by joining us at Lockport’s Historic Palace Theater for an amazing and insightful lecture by the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center’s own Josh Poole! Learn about the Canal and its impressive and impactful legacy on the abolitionist movements of the 19th century.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/freedoms-waterway-the-erie-canal-and-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:Historic Palace Theater\, 2 East Ave\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000
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SUMMARY:Sustaining the Canal: Innovations and Vision for Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging lecture on the future of the Erie Canal! Once a vital trade route that helped shape New York State and the nation\, the Canal remains an important symbol of innovation and community pride. \n\n\n\nProfessor Matthew Clarcq of SUNY Niagara will explore how the Erie Canal continues to play a meaningful role in our region and how it’s being reimagined for the future.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/sustaining-the-canal-innovations-and-vision-for-tomorrow/
LOCATION:Historic Palace Theater\, 2 East Ave\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T180000
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Icon: How the Erie Canal Shaped a Nation
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Erie Canal Bicentennial with the Niagara History Center by joining us at Lockport’s Historic Palace Theater for an amazing and insightful lecture by the Niagara History Center’s own James Lester! Dive deep into the history of the canal and contextualize yourself with this feat in American engineering\, political\, and economic history.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/from-idea-to-icon-how-the-erie-canal-shaped-a-nation/
LOCATION:Historic Palace Theater\, 2 East Ave\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women of World War II: On the Front Lines & Home Front
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon with Barb Warner Deane\, an award-winning author of four published novels and a public speaker on the topic of American women in World War II for this fantastic and inspiring lecture.  \n\n\n\nDeane’s newest book\, On the Homefront will be available to purchase after the program!
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/women-of-world-war-ii-on-the-front-lines-home-front/
LOCATION:Main Campus\, 215 Niagara Street\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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SUMMARY:History Center Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for dinner at Lockport’s popular Shamus Restaurant! In addition to savoring Shamus’ famous cuisine\, you and your party will enjoy a pleasant table activity featuring Niagara County history! Call (716) 433-9809 to make your reservation!
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/history-center-night/
LOCATION:Shamus Restaurant\, 98 West Avenue\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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SUMMARY:Presidential Pets
DESCRIPTION:The Niagara History Center is hosting our annual President’s Day Event on Monday\, February 17th from 10:00am-1:00pm! 🇺🇸 \n\n\n\nThis year the theme is Presidential Pets! A fun presidential animal themed education program for children aged 7-11! 🐕✨ \n\n\n\nIncluded in the program are games\, crafts\, skits\, songs\, and a snack!! 🎭🖍️ The price is $15 per child. Registration for the event is required.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/presidential-pets/
LOCATION:Main Campus\, 215 Niagara Street\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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SUMMARY:Col. Bond House Open Hours Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:The historic Col. Wm. Bond/Jesse Hawley House (c. 1824) will be NOT open to the public for visiting on Saturday\, February 15th as previously scheduled\, because of icing conditions. \n\n\n\nWe apologize for any disappointment this may cause.  In compensation\, the Erie Canal Discovery Center at 24 Church Street (two blocks down Ontario Street) will offer free admission from 2:00pm to 4:00pm on February 15th.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/col-bond-house-open-to-public-2/
LOCATION:New York
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SUMMARY:Col. William Bond/Jessie Hawley Open House
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time by coming to tour the first and oldest brick house in Lockport\, NY. Explore at your leisure and see period furniture and household items from centuries past. You will also be able to see the popular exhibit featuring wedding gowns and customs from the 19th and 20th centuries curated by Rebecca Pittler with the assistance of several dedicated volunteers.
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/col-william-bond-jessie-hawley-open-house/
LOCATION:Col. William Bond / Jesse Hawley House\, 143 Ontario Street\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T120000
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UID:1043-1733400000-1733418000@niagarahistory.org
SUMMARY:200 Years of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 5th at the Col. William Bond/Jessie Hawley House for our enchanting “Up 200 Years of Christmas” exhibit! \n\n\n\nCelebrate the 200th Birthday of the house\, and explore the rich history of Christmas traditions and see how festive celebrations have evolved over two centuries. This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit and discover the magic of Christmas past. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and bring your loved ones!
URL:https://niagarahistory.org/event/200-years-of-christmas/
LOCATION:Col. William Bond / Jesse Hawley House\, 143 Ontario Street\, Lockport\, New York\, 14094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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