Sat, Apr 25
|Outside of Park House Museum
After the Army
Explore what happened when the British military no longer needed Fort Malden.
Time & Location
Apr 25, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Outside of Park House Museum, 214 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg, ON N9V 1W4, Canada
About the event
After the Army
Saturday, April 25th from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Host: Lynda Leopold
Fort Malden in Amherstburg was built in 1796 to defend the newly created international border. Along with the Navy yard and Commissariat, the military establishments there attracted commerce and settlement, with the eventual development of the town. The decision to create a military presence in this location proved to be a good one, as there were many significant incidents here during the first half of the 19th century, including the War of 1812 and the Rebellion of Upper Canada. (This is well documented at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada.)
Once tensions eased and peace ensued however, the British military found itself wishing to decrease its obligations in Amherstburg. Learn some ways that the army found to wind down its active presence and see some of the clues from that transition that remain today.
Event type:
Jane’s Walk - One hour guided walking tour
Starting/Ending location of the walk:
In front of Park House museum at Navy Yard park, 214 Dalhousie St, Amherstburg, ON
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Walking distance:
Participants can expect to walk 1.5 km.
Audience:
All ages welcome
Accessibility Notes:
Easy route: paved sidewalks/pathways, minimal hills
Is there a bathroom nearby?
Public bathroom available at business within 1 block (ex. Tim Horton's)
Where can attendees park?
Free street parking around the starting/ending location
Free parking lot within 1-2 blocks
Are dogs welcome?
Dog friendly: participants can bring leashed dogs