Fort Wellington, Military fort in Prescott, Canada
The fortification includes a blockhouse, officers' quarters, and earthen ramparts reinforced with horizontal frieze pickets along the St. Lawrence River.
The British Army commissioned Fort Wellington in 1813 to protect communications between Kingston and Montreal during conflicts with the United States.
The third floor of the blockhouse contains a military museum that presents artifacts and exhibits detailing the history of Canadian defense.
The site remains closed for renovations until 2025, but visitors can obtain information through telephone inquiries at 613-925-2896 or email at fortwellington@pc.gc.ca.
Canada Post featured Fort Wellington on a commemorative stamp in 1985 as part of the Forts Across Canada Series.
Location: Prescott
Operator: Parks Canada
Website: https://pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/on/wellington
GPS coordinates: 44.71312,-75.50913
Latest update: March 28, 2025 03:02
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