Local dignitaries, community partners and history enthusiasts gathered at the official opening of the special exhibit, "1812," on loan from the Canadian War Museum.
Local dignitaries, community partners and history enthusiasts gathered at the official opening of the special exhibit, “1812,” on loan from the Canadian War Museum.
11:00 am: Opening Ceremonies
1:00 pm: The War of 1812 and St. Catharines, a presentation by Dr. Peter MacLeod of the Canadian War Museum and local 1812 historian, Brian Narhi.
2:00 pm: Petticoats, Boots and Muskets; a theatrical presentation offering a glimpse into the domestic side of life during the war of 1812, told in song, words, and humour.
This was unveiled with City of St. Catharines Mayor Brian McMullan, Brock University President Jack Lightstone and Rick Dykstra, Member of Parliament.