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Old Fort Niagara

Where a River Meets a Great Lake

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Old Fort Niagara stands at the mouth of the Niagara River, a location that gave it strategic importance in access to the Great Lakes. Its history includes French, British, and United States control. The surviving French Castle, built in 1726, provides a focal point for exploring that layered past.

Before you go

Check the historic site’s schedule and current programs. Distinguish Old Fort Niagara admission and access from the surrounding state park.

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Capture

Frame masonry against the river-mouth setting.
Do not fabricate battles, historical flags, or scheduled demonstrations.

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At the mouth of the Niagara River, geography helps explain the history. Old Fort Niagara passed through French, British, and American control, while its French Castle has stood since 1726.

How does a waterfront setting change the way you read a historic site?

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