War of 1812
Bicentennial

The Battle of
Queenston Heights
Commemoration and
Reenactment

Lewiston, NY & Queenston, ON
October 12-14, 2012

You’re Invited!

Call 1-855-754-1812

• Actual anniversary dates of major historic battle.
• Bi-national event with all volunteer living history event coordinators.
• American encampment in Lewiston, NY — British in Queenston, Ontario.
• Reenactors, artillery units, sutlers, merchants, artisans — all are welcomed. Free to period vendors.
• Bounties paid to early arrivals.
• Educational venue for Western NY students on Friday. Evening cannon bombardment of Canada from U.S. shore. Fireworks.
• Battle reenactment on Saturday in Queenston, ON. Transportation provided. (Passport required.)
• Well funded by local governments and private sponsors.

In October 1812, six thousand American troops were sent to Lewiston, NY, to invade Canada. Despite outnumbering the British 4-to-1 and killing the revered British commander, Gen. Isaac Brock, the Americans lost after the militia refused to cross.

We are commemorating and reenacting this major battle on the actual anniversary dates. Reenactors, artillery units, sutlers, merchants, artisans, interpreters -- all are welcomed. Numerous activities include: battle, parade, demonstrations, school field day (bounties paid to reenactors who arrive early) and evening cannon bombardment of Canada from the U.S. shore. Americans will camp in Lewiston, NY; British in Queenston, Ont. Call today to get your contact info on our list to receive important event updates.

Keep checking back. Online registration will be available soon. Inquiries, please call Volunteer Director, Lee Simonson at 716-754-8414.