Saturday June 14 is the annual Commemoration of the Engagement at the Forty. 

The flag raising will be at 11:00 a.m. 

There will be musket firings, cannon demonstrations, and mini militia for the children throughout the day. War of 1812 display. 

Thank you to the Incorporated Militia of Upper Canada, Incorporated Militia Artillery Company and Campfollowers. Donations welcomed.

For more information contact info@nellesmanor.ca or 289-235-7755

Background

The Engagement at the Forty took place June 8, 1813, as part of the defense of Upper Canada during the War of 1812. The Forty – now Grimsby – was the location the American forces retreated to after the Battle of Stoney Creek. The British Navy, led by Admiral Yeo, attacked from Lake Ontario. Indigenous forces fired down on the Americans from the escarpment. The militias made their way from Stoney Creek. The Americans were taken by surprise and fled back to Fort George leaving anything they could not carry. The Americans did not come back through this way again.

Canon Davis invites you to our Strawberry Social, June 13 at 5pm. Enjoy hotdogs and Strawberry Shortcake, cost $15. Stay for our live auction at 6:30. You can also attend the auction at no cost, register upon arrival and get your bidding number. It was a lot of fun last year, and will be again this year.

Step back in time and explore the grounds of Ireland House Museum during our Classic Cars & Carnival event! Enjoy a nostalgic array of classic cars, play carnival games, and treat yourself to timeless treats like popcorn and candy apples. There will be family friendly entertainment throughout the day, a food truck, and tours of the historic house will be available for booking (regular tour rates apply).

Admission to the event is by donation. Suggested donation of $5/person. All proceeds from the event support the development of our education programs and management of collections at Ireland House Museum. Tours of the historic home can be added on, regular admission rates apply. Pre-registration is not required.

Spend a summer evening listening to local musicians while enjoying a panoramic view of Lake Ontario! Join us on the Rooftop Terrace at Joseph Brant Museum at 7:30pm on July 11 & 25 and August 8 & 22 for our “Music From the Rooftop” series. Each evening will feature a performance by a local musician, lawn games, and light refreshments and popcorn. Doors will open at 6:30pm to allow guests the chance to browse the museum galleries prior to the performance. Galleries currently include the feature exhibition, “Game Changers.”

Tickets are $20/adults, $15/seniors and students.* Ticket includes 1-hour live musical performance, lawn games, light refreshments and popcorn, and admission to the museum galleries. This is a 12+ event.

Thank you to our event sponsor SB Partners.

July 11 – Josh Edwards
July 25 – Hayley Verrall
August 8 – Natalie Reis
August 22 – Warren Jones

* In the case of inclement weather, performances will happen inside Joseph Brant Museum’s Lakefront/Shoreline rooms.