200 Years of Christmas
Join us on December 5th at the Col. William Bond/Jessie Hawley House for our enchanting “Up 200 Years of Christmas” exhibit!
716-434-7433 | 143 Ontario Street Lockport, New York 14094
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Col. William Bond / Jesse Hawley House 143 Ontario Street, Lockport, New York, United States
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Col. William Bond/Jessie Hawley Open House
Col. William Bond / Jesse Hawley House 143 Ontario Street, Lockport, New York, United StatesStep 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 […]
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Col. Bond House Open Hours Cancelled
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. We 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 […]
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Presidential Pets
Main Campus 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, New York, United StatesThe Niagara History Center is hosting our annual President’s Day Event on Monday, February 17th from 10:00am-1:00pm! 🇺🇸 This year the theme is Presidential Pets! A fun presidential animal themed education program for children aged 7-11! 🐕✨ Included in the program are games, crafts, skits, songs, and a snack!! 🎭🖍️ The price is $15 per […]
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History Center Night
Shamus Restaurant 98 West Avenue, Lockport, New York, United StatesJoin 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!
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Women of World War II: On the Front Lines & Home Front
Main Campus 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, New York, United StatesJoin 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. Deane’s newest book, On the Homefront will be available to purchase after the program!
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From Idea to Icon: How the Erie Canal Shaped a Nation
Historic Palace Theater 2 East Ave, Lockport, New York, United StatesCelebrate 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.
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Sustaining the Canal: Innovations and Vision for Tomorrow
Historic Palace Theater 2 East Ave, Lockport, New York, United StatesJoin 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. Professor Matthew Clarcq of SUNY Niagara will explore how the Erie Canal continues to play a meaningful […]
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Freedom’s Waterway: The Erie Canal and the Underground Railroad
Historic Palace Theater 2 East Ave, Lockport, New York, United StatesCelebrate 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.
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Divided Waters: The Haudenosaunee and the Erie Canal’s legacy
Historic Palace Theater 2 East Ave, Lockport, New York, United StatesThe 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, […]
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Niagara History Center’s Locks and Legacy Gala & Auction
Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises 210 Market Street, Lockport, New York, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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