The building is a handsome Victorian brick construction, built in 1891 on the banks of the Niagara River. It housed pumps and filter tanks supplying water to the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake until 1983. Through community effort, the building was restored in 1994 and converted to The Niagara Pumphouse Arts Center.
Visiting a Village is an ideal introduction to understanding the concept of community. Children will learn how the settlers worked together with a spirit of cooperation by trading their goods and services with each other. Knowing about what they might see on their first visit to an historic site will help spark a child?s curiosity.
Ronald J. Dale's richly-illustrated book provides insight into aspects of Niagara-on-the-Lake?s history often unknown to visitors. From its establishment as the first capitol of Ontario, to the founding of the province?s first newspaper, to the auspicious and renouned Shaw Festival - the book contains helpful information along with excellent suggestions of landmarks for you to discover. A perfect companion for your visit to one of Southern Ontario's most picturesque towns.
Tours featuring this location.
Welcome to The Niagara Parkway. Winding its way along our side of the Niagara River, the parkway connects Fort Erie to Niagara-on-the-Lake, passing through several villages and historic areas - including Niagara Falls, where out tour begins. Have we mentioned its perfect for biking? Have we mentioned the enormous amount of history you can discover? How about all the books to go along?
