History Explorers Programs
Kids ages 7 - 11 become History Explorers during a series of one-day programs on four Wednesdays this summer at the Niagara History Center in Lockport. Learn how firemen fought blazes in the 19th century by doing a relay race and bucket brigade; play carnival games and circus tricks; find out what life was like the for a Revolutionary War soldier; and try your hand at making and using 18th century spy devices.
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The Niagara History Center in Lockport announces the return of the “History Explorers” series of four one-day programs for kids 7 to 11 years old. Beginning on July 29th and continuing for the next three Wednesdays, children will be immersed in a hands-on history experience. Each program starts at 10 am and ends at 3 pm. We asked that the children bring lunch and a drink and a snack, themed to that day’s topic, will be provided in the afternoon. The fee is $30.00 per child, per program. The Town of Lockport Recreation Department is offering $5.00 off coupons in their summer newsletter. The date and themes for this year are:
Wednesday, July 29th
“Firefighting History Day”
Participate in a relay race, try your hand at a bucket brigade, make a miniature fire truck and hydrant, play a Jeopardy game, learn about fire trucks and equipment
Wednesday, August 5th
“Old Time Circus & Carnival Day”
Play carnival games, try walking on stilts and a balance beam, make a miniature Merry-Go-Round, learn about Niagara County people who were in the circus, get your face painted like a clown
Wednesday, August 12th
“Soldiers of the Revolutionary War”
What was it like to be a soldier in the Continental Army 250 years ago? Experience activities common to a soldier at that time, do a cannonball relay race, drill & march, make your own patriotic flag
Wednesday, August 19th
“Traitors & Spies of the Revolutionary War”
Learn how the American Revolution was won with the help of spies. Make devices to read and write secret messages, find out if you would be a good spy and not get caught
Location:
Niagara History Center, 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, NY, USA
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Contact name:
Ann Marie Linnabery
Email address:
Dates:
08/19/2026
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price:
$30.00
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