The Battle of Lundy’s Lane & War of 1812 Symposium will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Niagara Falls History Museum, commemorating the 212th anniversary of the pivotal July 25, 1814 battle.
Event Overview
This all-day symposium will explore the significance of the Battle of Lundy’s Lane in the War of 1812, featuring presentations by a distinguished panel of historians, authors, and artists HappeningNext.com+1. It is organized by storiesof1812.com and requires registration Eventbrite+1.
Key Details
Date & Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (local time)
Location: Niagara Falls History Museum, 5810 Ferry Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Special Evening Event: Battle commemoration at Drummond Hill Cemetery at 7:00 PM
Admission: Free general admission; registration required
Featured Speakers & Experts
Richard V. Barbuto – Professor Emeritus, Military History, U.S. Army Command
Douglas W. DeCroix – Executive Director, Western New York Heritage
Donald R. Hickey – Professor Emeritus of History, Wayne State College, NE
Faye Kert – Author on privateering in the War of 1812
Thomas Malcomson – Author on the British Navy in the War of 1812
Peter Rindlisbacher – Historical marine artist, War of 1812
Steven Tors – Local historian and author on the War of 1812 1
About the Battle of Lundy’s Lane
Fought on July 25, 1814, near present-day Niagara Falls, Ontario, this was one of the bloodiest battles of the War of 1812, with over 1,700 combined casualties . The engagement pitted U.S. forces under Jacob Brown and Winfield Scott against British and Canadian troops under Gordon Drummond and Phineas Riall. The battle was marked by intense musketry, flanking maneuvers, and heavy losses on both sides
Why Attend
This symposium offers a rare opportunity to hear from leading experts on the War of 1812, with a focus on Lundy’s Lane’s military, political, and cultural impact. It’s ideal for history enthusiasts, educators, and anyone interested in Canadian and U.S. military history.
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