What's New at FWHP

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Fort William Historic Site

Step back in time to 1816 and experience the Canadian fur trade at Fort William, the magnificent inland headquarters of the North West Company. The Historic Site is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00am-5:00pm daily. Admission is $5 per person and youth ages 12 and under are free.

National Indigenous History Month & National Indigenous Peoples Day

In June, Canada celebrates National Indigenous History Month to recognize the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada, and recognizing the contributions of Indigenous Peoples in the formation Canada. On June 21, Canada also celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day; a national celebration of the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis throughout Canada.

Virtual National Indigenous Peoples Day 2021

National Indigenous Peoples Day is a National celebration of the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis throughout Canada. Huronia Historical Parks is proud to be a part of highlighting these achievements through our educational focused celebration each year.

Fun at the Fort from Home

There's plenty of fun and exciting ways to explore and experience Fort William Historical Park from home!

Watch the Hinge of an Empire, a fascinating overview of the evolution of the fur trade and the roles of the North West Company and Fort William in establishing the foundation of Canada.

Discover Fort William Historical Park from the comfort of your home with our YouTube channel, and experience more about the fur trade and Fort William. Videos are available in English, French and Oji-Cree.

Relive Canada's largest fireworks show, Preserving the Past While Building the Future. This spectacular display is choreographed to the story of the Indigenous, Scottish and French cultures who worked together during the challenging times of the fur trade to build Fort William over 200 years ago.

2020-21 Youth Ambassador

The winners of the 2020 Canadian Storytelling in Minecraft Competition were recently announced and Alex Coghill, a student at Thunder Bay’s Woodcrest School, placed second for telling the story of the fur trade a Fort William!

Weddings

Book your dream wedding at Fort William Historical Park! Fort William Historical Park offers Thunder Bay’s most unique and picturesque ceremony, reception and photography locations year-round.

Meetings and Conferences
Consider holding your next meeting, conference or social gathering at Fort William Historical Park. We offer world-class facilities and catering services, and a selection of venues to accommodate large and small gatherings.