1 Fort Henry Drive, Kingston, ON K7K 5G8
Ontario's first UNESCO World Heritage Site fortress, built in the 1830s to defend against American invasion. The Fort Henry Guard performs precision drills, Sunset Ceremonies, and living-history programs all summer.
Seasonal May–Oct. Operated by St. Lawrence Parks Commission. Sunset Ceremonies July–Aug. Battery Bistro on-site.
🕐 Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
Updated · Mis à jour — May 7, 2026
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The Canada Strong Pass is a 2025–2026 federal initiative designed to boost attendance and accessibility by offering free admission to children (17 and under) and 50% off for young adults (18–24). It aims to foster national heritage exploration, with the federal government (and some provincial governments) providing funding to offset lost revenue for participating institutions. The 2026 summer program runs June 19 to September 7th, inclusive.
Le Laissez-passer Canada fort est une initiative fédérale 2025-2026 conçue pour stimuler la fréquentation et l'accessibilité en offrant l'admission gratuite aux enfants (17 ans et moins) et 50 % de réduction pour les jeunes adultes (18-24 ans). Il vise à encourager l'exploration du patrimoine national, le gouvernement fédéral (et certains gouvernements provinciaux) fournissant un financement pour compenser les pertes de revenus des établissements participants. Le programme estival 2026 se déroule du 19 juin au 7 septembre inclusivement.