Fort Malden National Historic Site, Parks Canada

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For 200 years, fortifications at Fort Malden have witnessed and participated in the struggles which helped forge a new nation out of the North American wilderness. An army garrison, British Indian Department post, dockyard for the Upper Great Lakes and the meeting place for Chief Tecumseh and British General Brock

- the fort has been all these. Real and inspiring possibilities await you as you enter Fort Malden National Historic Site. Whether you are looking to take in the beautiful scenery along the Detroit River or venturing into the fort for an authentic 19th century experience, we have something for everyone.

Ever want to see real live jousting? Now is your chance! Faires.ca will be hosting a medieval faire right here at on J...
05/31/2026

Ever want to see real live jousting?

Now is your chance!

Faires.ca will be hosting a medieval faire right here at on June 13 and 14.

Please note that the fort will not be offering its regular programming while the faire is taking place.

The fort will also be closed for setup on Friday, June 12.

For tickets and inquiries: https://faires.ca/fortmalden

? 2026 marks the 175th anniversary of the Enrolled Pensioners’ Scheme at .After the end of the Upper Canada Rebellions...
05/26/2026

? 2026 marks the 175th anniversary of the Enrolled Pensioners’ Scheme at .

After the end of the Upper Canada Rebellions, British regulars were no longer needed at the fort. Instead, Enrolled Pensioners (retired soldiers) were brought in to maintain the fort and farm the surrounding military reserve starting in 1851.

Make sure you check out the pensioner’s cottage and garden on your next visit to the fort and stay tuned for more posts throughout the year as we celebrate this history.

Hear ye, hear ye! We are happy to announce that Faires.ca will be returning to host a medieval faire here at on June 1...
05/24/2026

Hear ye, hear ye!

We are happy to announce that Faires.ca will be returning to host a medieval faire here at on June 13 and 14.

Entertainment will include jousting, comedy, magic shows, and more!

Please note that the fort will not be offering its regular programming while the faire is taking place.

The fort will also be closed for setup on Friday, June 12.

For tickets and inquiries: https://faires.ca/fortmalden

While the Detroit River is great for fishing, it isn’t allowed at . However, there are some great fishing spots nearby,...
05/22/2026

While the Detroit River is great for fishing, it isn’t allowed at .

However, there are some great fishing spots nearby, including within King’s Navy Yard park, where you’re good to cast your line all day long!

Happy ! Queen Victoria ruled Great Britain and Ireland from 1837-1901. Under her reign, saw significant changes and s...
05/18/2026

Happy !

Queen Victoria ruled Great Britain and Ireland from 1837-1901. Under her reign, saw significant changes and served many roles.

In 1837, Malden was a key outpost defending the Canadian border from rebels and their American sympathizers.

By 1859, Fort Malden had been transformed into the Malden Lunatic Asylum, housing individuals with mental illness.

In 1870, the asylum had closed, and the buildings and grounds were used as a lumber yard and planing mill starting in 1875.

All of this occurred under the reign of a single monarch!

wishes you a great long weekend and we hope you visit soon to experience the fort’s history firsthand.

Learn more about the fort’s history:
https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/malden/culture/histoire-history

We’re in formation and ready for visitors!Parks Canada’s opens for the 2026 season tomorrow, May 16. We can’t wait to ...
05/15/2026

We’re in formation and ready for visitors!

Parks Canada’s opens for the 2026 season tomorrow, May 16.

We can’t wait to see you!

Don’t forget: the deadline to apply for a Canada Summer Job with Parks Canada at is May 17! Youth between ages 15-30 c...
05/11/2026

Don’t forget: the deadline to apply for a Canada Summer Job with Parks Canada at is May 17!

Youth between ages 15-30 can apply by sending your resume to [email protected]

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100 Laird Avenue
Amherstburg, ON
N9V1X5

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Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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