Canal/Industry Gallery

In 1818 William Merritt set out with neighbours George Keefer and John DeCrew to survey a possible route for the canal. Shortly after, they successfully petitioned the Legislature of Upper Canada for an act to provide for the construction of a canal to connect the Twelve Mile Creek and the Welland…

Because of Welland’s strategic position next to the Great Lakes and the Welland Canal, the city was chosen as the hub for many industries. These industries include; Atlas Steel, Empire Cotton Mill, Plymouth Cordage, and Union Carbine. Visit our Industry Gallery and check out of collection of artifacts from these industrial giants! …

Anchor’s Aweigh! This means that the vessel’s anchor is no longer touching the bottom and that the ship is ready to leave the port. Check out our collection of model ships, listen to sea shanties and learn to speak like a sailor! …