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Fort Wellington 2013 Season
Special Events
© Parks Canada / Paul Galipeau Flaming cannons and fireworks to mark the 200th anniversary of the Raid on Ogdensburg
Two hundred years ago the fiery “Red” George MacDonnell led troops from Fort Wellington across the frozen St. Lawrence River and routed American forces from the town of Ogdensburg, NY. Join Fort Wellington National Historic Site, the Forsyth’s Rifles of Ogdensburg, and the Prescott Bicentennial Committee on February 22 & 23, 2013, to commemorate the bicentennial of the Raid on Ogdensburg, an important turning point during the War of 1812.
Event Schedule
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2013
| 8:30 p.m.: |
Fireworks on the Fort Wellington waterfront followed by a cannon barrage. Dress for the weather; camp chairs and a blanket are recommended. |
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2013
| 9:45 a.m.: |
Fort Wellington National Historic Site and visitor centre open to the public. Join “Red” George and his troops as they prepare to cross the frozen ice and attack Ogdensburg, NY with Drill and Demonstration on the Fort Wellington field. |
| Visitor Centre |
Explore several heritage displays set-up throughout the visitor centre. Presenters will share their knowledge about period quilting, rug hooking, wines of the British military and more. |
| Historic Site |
Dress warmly and explore the fort grounds where you will be greeted by guides in period costume who offer cider over a crackling fire, period games, candle making, musket demonstrations and more. |
| 1:00 p.m.: |
Children’s Muster. Children are invited to gather on the fort field and under the leadership of “Red” George himself to learn military drills. |
| 2:00 p.m.: |
Raid on Ogdensburg. Bring your passport and travel across the bridge to watch the British reign victorious over the Americans as they battle their way through the streets of Ogdensburg or stay close to home where Fort Wellington troops will be guarding the fort and firing artillery across the river at the enemy. |
| 3:00 p.m.: |
Follow Fort Wellington’s troops into downtown Prescott and be first to see the new commemorative mural as it is unveiled on the Moran-Hooker Trade Centre. |
| 3:30 p.m.: |
Reception at the Forwarders’ Museum. |
| 4:00 p.m.: |
Fort Wellington closes. |