 The
St. Catharines Museum and Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame & Museum are located at the Welland Canals
Centre at Lock 3. Discover the story of the Four Welland Canals and the City that grew up around them.
Watch the video presentation, "Welland Canals: Past and Present", available in French and
English. The Community Heritage Gallery features select stories of St. Catharines past and present.
Exhibits include a 1912 made in St. Catharines REO automobile and a relief map of the Niagara Peninsula
showing the routes of the four canals. The Special Exhibits Gallery hosts traveling exhibits developed
by major institutions. Experience the rich legacy of Niagara's African Canadians and the history of
the Underground Railroad in the integrated, award-winning "Follow the North Star" exhibit.
 The
Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame & Museum features displays dedicated to Canada's official national
sport and recognizes Ontario's greatest lacrosse players. Watch a video presentation explaining the
game and its history and develop your skills at the lacrosse shooting gallery. From the elevated viewing platform at Lock 3, get a close-up look at ships
from around the world and experience the wonder of the Welland Canal. Ships
transit the Canal regularly from April to December. Estimated times of arrivals
are posted at the Tourist Information Centre.
Merritt’s Mercantile, the Museum Gift Shop offers an excellent selection
of St. Catharines and Welland Canal souvenirs, books and specialty items. Visit
Great Lakes Jakes Snack Bar for ice-cream, coffee and light snacks. There are
also picnic areas and washroom facilities on site. The Museum and viewing platform
are handicap accessible.
The Museum is open daily, year round. Admission prices are $4.25/adults, $4.00/seniors,
$3.25/students, $2.50/children, with a 15% discount for families. The video
presentation only is $1.00 per person. Group tours are welcome and we recommend
booking no later than 3 weeks in advance. For group rates and to book a tour,
call the Booking Secretary at 1-800-305-5134.
The Museum is only 15 minutes away from Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
From Toronto or Buffalo, follow the QEW, exit at Glendale Avenue and follow
the signs. Plan your next visit to the St. Catharines Museum at the Welland
Canals Centre, Lock 3.
For more information please call
1-905-984-8880 or Toll
Free: 1-800-305-5134.
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