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Battlefield House Museum -- The War of 1812 - Niagara to Stoney Creek -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The War of 1812 - Niagara to Stoney Creek. In 1812 the United States declared war on Britain, and invaded Upper Canada from the Niagara Penninsula. An American force crossed the Niagara River and captured Fort George (Niagara-on-the-Lake) in May 1813. With about 3500 troops, they moved on in pursuit of the British who had retreated to Burlington Heights (where Dundurn Castle now stands). During the 40-minute battle hundreds of soldiers died and the British had captured the two American Generals and some ...
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Re-enactment - Frequently Asked Questions -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The Re-enactment - Frequently Asked Questions. When is the re-enactment? Saturday, June 4 - 10am to 10pm. Sunday, June 5 - 10am to 4:30pm. What does it cost? 5 children (age 6 to 18). 25 family rate (2 adults and dependant children). Admission includes a wristband which allows you to enter the park both Saturday and Sunday. Is there a senior's rate? Yes It is $8. Are there additional costs once I enter the park? There are additional costs for the food, refreshments and merchandise. Sunday at 2:00 pm.
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Gage Family -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The widow Mary Jones Gage settled in Stoney Creek with her two children, James Jr. and Elizabeth, who were 16 and 14 years of age at the time of their arrival here. They came to Upper Canada from New York State in 1790, after the American Revolutionary War. Her husband, James Gage Sr., lost his life during the American Revolutionary War defending Fort Clinton against the British. Visit the Hamilton Civic Museums. To learn more about upcoming special events and exhibitions. Festivals and Events Ontario.
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Battle -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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That night a child might understand. The Devil has business on his hand. Strange Fatality: The Battle of Stoney Creek, 1813. By James E. Elliott. John Norton, Mohawk war chief. The charismatic Scots-Cherokee led a small war party of perhaps a dozen warriors at Stoney Creek. Watercolour by Mary Ann Knight, Library and Archives Canada). On the edge of the woods the two British light companies moved rapidly to bag the remainder of the advance picket. They were now within a few hundred yards of the Ameri...
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Re-enactment Schedule of Events -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The Re-enactment Schedule of Events. Saturday, June 4. Military Encampment Officially Open. Merchants Area Officially Open. Rodney the Younger, 18. Battlefield House front lawn. Stephen Fuller, Strolling Musician. 12 to 8 pm. Battlefield House Museum Open. 12 to 8 pm. 12 to 8 pm. 12 to 7:30 pm. Ray Hobbs, War and Civilian Life: It's Aftermath. Rodney the Younger, 18. Battleield House Front Lawn. York Regency Dancers and Stephen Fuller. The Mechanics of a Musket. Meet at Grandview Tent. Sunday, June 5.
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek. Battlefield House Museum and Park, National Historic Site presents the annual Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek. Discover Canadian heritage and re-live firsthand the thrill and pageantry of the battle that was a turning point of the War of 1812. View the Video: Stoney Creek. Inspired by the Battle of Stoney Creek by Mark McNeil, Geoff Somers, Allison Lupton and Barry Gray. Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 10 am to 10 pm. Sunday, June 5 at 2 pm. Produced by...
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Battlefield House Museum -- Acknowledgements -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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Battlefield House Museum and Park is owned and operated by the City of Hamilton. Through the Hamilton Civic Museums. We gratefully acknowledge the assistance and support of Friends of Battlefield House Museum and Park. We appreciate the assistance provided by our Volunteers at Battlefield House. For information on becoming a volunteer, please contact the Museum. We also appreciate the assistance provided by the Stoney Creek Historical Society. Visit the Hamilton Civic Museums. Festivals and Events Ontario.
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Re-enactment - Photo Gallery -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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The Re-enactment - Photo Gallery. Every year in June, Battlefield House Museum and Park. Is the site of the annual military re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek. The whole family will re-live firsthand the thrill and pageantry of the battle that was the turning point of the War of 1812. Visit the encampment to observe 19th century pioneers as they go about daily life. Enjoy historical demonstrations of sheep shearing, cooking and blacksmithing. To re-enactment family activities. Take our virtual to...
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Battlefield House Museum -- The Site -- Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
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Experience life in the early 19th century when you visit our "living history" museum. Take our virtual tour. The Museum is surrounded by 32 acres of parkland, an herb garden and nature trails. A well-recognized local landmark since 1913, the monument stands 100 feet tall to commemorate a century of peace between the British and the Americans. Battlefield Cemetery at Smith's Knoll. After significant restoration of Smith's Knoll, Battlefield Cemetery was re-opened as a National Historic Site on June 4, 2000.
