First built during the War of 1812 to defend the St. Lawrence River shipping route from attack by the United States, Fort Wellington also helped thwart another American invasion during the 1837-38 Upper and Lower Canada rebellions. Explore the wreck of an 1812-era gunboat, try on a costume and take part in military drill, witness a cannon firing, savour period treats cooked over an open fire, or play games from long ago.
Featured things to do
Find your rations and lift your spirits at this special event at Fort Wellington National Historic Site with just a wee dram Scotch Whisky seminars.
In summer Fort Wellington offers junior time travellers the chance to the experience life here. The popular fort kids program encourages imagination, historical discovery and adventure.
Enlist in the Royal Artillery for a day! Recruits will spend their time training to be a member of the cannon crew.
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Getting here
370 Vankoughnet Street
Prescott ON K0E 1T0
Hours of operation
Canada Day (July 1st) to Labour Day (Sept. 4th)
Open daily, including statutory holidays
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Complete schedule
Open all year round for school groups upon reservation
Fees
Free admission in 2017. Other fees still apply.
Detailed fees list
Contact us
Telephone: 613-925-2896
Toll-free: 1-888-773-8888
Fax: 613-925-1536
Email: ont-wellington@pc.gc.ca
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Bellevue House National Historic SiteFollow staff in period costume on a tour of Bellevue House. Hear stories about Canada’s first prime minister, who made history here in the 1840s. Feel a Lake Ontario breeze in an heirloom garden.
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