Home of Canada's Most Famous Heroine
During the war of 1812, a brave woman set out on a perilous journey in the service of her country, and stepped forever into the history and folklore of Niagara. Travel back in time to her lovingly restored homestead and be enchanted by stories of her adventures and surroundings as interpreted by authentically costumed guides.
Admission Prices are shown in Canadian dollars and do not include taxes.
$4.50 Adults (13+ years), $3.50 Children (6 to 12 years)
Children 5 and under are FREE!
Dates of Operation: Open seasonally approximately May 6 to October 7.
Hours of Operation: All times subject to change. Last tickets sold 1/2 hour before closing.
May 6 to June 30: Weekdays 9:30am to 3:30pm, Weekends 11:00am to 5:00pm
July 1 to September 4: 11:00am to 5:00pm
September 5 to October 7: Wednesday to Sundays only, 11:00am to 5pm
Location 29 Queenston St. in the Village of Queenston, Ontario, a 15-minute scenic drive north of the Falls along the Niagara Parkway. The main floor only of this historic building is wheelchair accessible.
Niagara Parks is preparing to celebrate the War of 1812 Bi-Centennial. Plans are being made for special events beginning in 2012 - visit the official website http://www.visit1812.com/ for updates on this important milestone shared by Canada and the United States of America - 200 Years of Peace.
Click here to read a brief History of Laura Secord.
Did you know? Laura Secord Homestead was:
- the residence of Canadian heroine Laura Secord from 1803 to 1835.
- ransacked by invading American soldiers during the Battle of Queenston Heights in October of 1812 during the War of 1812.
- the starting point of Laura Secord's perilous 32 kilometre (20 mile) journey to warn the British of an imminent American surprise attack in June of 1813 during the War of 1812.
- restored and furnished with original furniture by the Laura Secord Candy Company in 1971 and gifted to The Niagara Parks Commission in 1998.
- in the pleasant village of Queenston, just off the scenic Niagara Parkway conveniently located minutes away from a People Mover bus stop in Queenston Heights Park and a short walk away from the Bruce Trail and the Niagara River Recreation Trail.
Guided tours are provided by qualified costumed interpreters, providing information about this historic house and the history of the area. Light refreshments, ice cream, Laura Secord chocolates and a selection of quality souvenirs are available.
Every dollar you spend with us helps preserve the nature and heritage of the Falls and the Niagara River corridor. Niagara Parks has operated without tax dollars since 1885.
