Perseid Meteor Shower
August 12, 2024
David Thompson Astronomical Observatory
10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
More details coming soon.
Browse Education Programs
The Great Rendezvous
July 12-14, 2024
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hundreds of re-enactors from across North America converge to re-create the annual summer gathering held at Fort William over 200 years ago when it was the inland headquarters of the North West Company! The historic re-enactment will include artisan workshops and demonstrations, contests, a grand canoe arrival, and more! More details coming soon.
Registration is now open for people wishing to participate in the historic re-enactment. Registration is free and includes a period campsite on the historic site. The deadline to register is June 28, 2024. Contact us for the Registration Package.
Canada Day
July 1, 2024
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Remember, learn and engage this Canada Day at Fort William Historical Park. Explore the Anishinaabe Encampment and Fort William for a day filled with family-friendly activities to learn about and celebrate our nation’s diverse heritage. More details coming soon.
New Year's Eve Family Frolic
December 31, 2024
4 to 8 p.m.
Ring in the new year at Fort William Historical Park! Enjoy a candlelit evening of family-friendly activities, winter games and contests, live artisan demonstrations, and fireworks! More details coming soon.
Anishinaabe Keeshigun
August 17 & 18, 2024
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrate First Nations culture at Fort William Historical Park! Join us for a free weekend filled with entertainment, hands-on activities and demonstrations that highlight Anishinaabe culture, traditions, language, and technology. This year’s event will also include a Pow Wow highlighting regional dancers and drum groups and a community feast on Saturday open to all visitors. More details coming soon.