From this modest homestead in what is now known as Queenston, Laura Ingersoll Secord made her famous 32 kilometre (20 mile) trek to DeCew House in Thorold to warn the British of an oncoming blitz from the American militia.
All times subject to change. Last tickets sold 1/2 hour before closing.
Approximately May 6 - June 30: Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Saturday, Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
July 1 - September 4: Daily 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 5 - October 7 approximately: Wednesday - Sunday only 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Admission charged.
The Laura Secord Homestead was fully restored in 1971 by Laura Secord Incorporated. Now managed by the Niagara Parks Commission, it stands as a landmark museum and historic site of the Niagara Heritage Trail complete with guided tours. Interpretive signage and guides in authentic period costumes explain the history of Laura Secord's heroic journey, the homestead, and surrounding area.
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