Queenston Attractions
This cluster of lovely homes and gardens at the foot of the escarpment contains the Laura Secord homesteads. Laura Secord was responsible for the British winning the Battle of Beaver Dam, since she warned them of the Americans' planned attack.
Laura Secord Homestead
Laura Secord was recognized as a heroine for warning the British of an impending US attack during the War of 1812. The frame cottage of the Laura Secord Homestead has been restored and furnished in period.
Hours
May 2 to September 5
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 6 to October 11
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Mackenzie Heritage Printery Museum
The restored home of William Lyon Mackenzie in Queenston is now devoted to the Mackenzie Heritage Printery Museum. Mackenzie's life and times are highlighted along with the history of printing.
