A guiding pathway and a food source for Indigenous peoples, waterpower for the mills of early European settlers, a shipping route for the First and Second Welland Canals, the waters of Twelve Mile Creek have sustained communities for thousands of years
History from Here: Richard Pierpoint at Centennial Gardens
We are so pleased to introduce the newest virtual series presented by the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre: […]
Know Your Neighbours Special Edition Pt 4 – The Merritt Family
Jedediah Prendergast Merritt (1820-1900) Jedediah Prendergast Merritt was born on June 1st, 1820 in St. Catharines to parents; Honourable […]
Know Your Neighbours Special Edition Pt 3: the Merritt Family
The Honourable William Hamilton Merritt William Hamilton Merritt was born on July 3 1793 in Bedford, Westchester County, New York. […]
Know Your Neighbours Special Edition Pt 2: The Merritt Family
Major Thomas Merritt, U.E.L. Thomas Merritt V was born at a family homestead named Mile Square located in Westchester County, […]
Know Your Neighbours ~ Special Edition Pt 1: The Merritt Family
Get to know the personalities that built the City of St. Catharines. This Special edition of “Know Your Neighbours” features the Merritt family