Famous Visitors @ Niagara

Floral Showhouse

Inside the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Fountain at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Titan Arum in Bloom at the Floral Showhouse

The Titan Arum, the tallest flower in the world, 2 days after blooming at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Titan Arum in Bloom at the Floral Showhouse

The Titan Arum, the tallest flower in the world, 2 days after blooming at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Titan Arum in Bloom at the Floral Showhouse

The Titan Arum, the tallest flower in the world, 2 days after blooming at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Trees in Blossom at the Floral Showhouse

Trees in blossom at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Trees in Blossom at the Floral Showhouse

Trees in blossom at the Niagara Parks Commission's Floral Showhouse

Upper Niagara River above the brink of the Horseshoe Falls

Upper Niagara River above the brink of the Horseshoe Falls. Skyline in the background : Radisson Hotel, Marriott Hotel, Konica Minolta Tower, Embassy Suites Hotel, Hilton Hotel, Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort

Ontario Power Screen House Plaque

Plaque: Ontario Power Screen House. The walkway crossing the Ontario Power Generating Station forebay replaces a screen house used to stop debris and ice from entering the plant conduits. The outer weir structure forming the plant forebay closes off the entrance to Dufferin Islands around which the river formerly flowed at depths of two metres.

Lilacs in Bloom at Dufferin Islands

Lilacs in bloom at Dufferin Islands.

Lilacs in Bloom at Dufferin Islands

Lilacs in bloom at Dufferin Islands.

Lilacs in Bloom at Dufferin Islands

Lilacs in bloom at Dufferin Islands with the Niagara Falls skyline in the background

Memorial plaque and fountain at the sidewalk along Victoria Avenue and Bender Street.

Memorial plaque and fountain at the sidewalk along Victoria Avenue and Bender Street. The plaque reads : Danny (Annibale) D'Addio 1938-2009. Businessman/Tourism Pioneer/ Athlete. Danny D'Addio never turned away from a friend. Loyal and true, his heart was big enough to hold an entire city. Quietly he worked, shared and helped build lives. He earned the love of many and the respect of all.

Spring Daffodils

Spring daffodils along the sidewalk at the old Canadian Pacific Corridor

Niagara Gateway Motel, 4745 Bender Avenue

Exterior view of the front of Niagara Gateway Motel at 4745 Bender Avenue

Country Inn & Suites Hotel, 5525 Victoria Avenue

Exterior view of the front of Country Inn and Suites Hotel at 5525 Victoria Avenue

Planet Hollywood Restaurant

The front entrance of Planet Hollywood restaurant as seen from Falls Avenue

Interior of Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

Lobby and registration desk of the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

Contestant and Gold medalists Courtney Gilbey in the Star Chasers Dance Competition

Contestant and gold medalist Courntey Gilbey in the Star Chasers dance competition at the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

Gold Medalists at the Star Chasers Dance Competition

Gold medalists on stage at the Star Chasers dance competition at the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

Contestant Courtney Gilbey in the Star Chasers Dance Competition

Contestant Courntey Gilbey in the Star Chasers dance competition at the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel

Mountie Statue on Falls Avenue

Mountie statue on Falls Avenue across from Rainbow Bridge

Falls Avenue at Newman Hill

Falls Avenue signs at Falls Avenue and Newman Hill, with the Canadian Border Services Agency buildings in the background

Planet Hollywood Restaurant

The back entrance of Planet Hollywood restaurant and parking lot.

Skylinne Inn and Skywalk to Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

The Skylinne Inn and skywalk leading to the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.

Planet Hollywood Restaurant

The back entrance of Planet Hollywood restaurant.

Pedestrian Walkway along the path of the old Canadian Pacific Railway Tracks along Victoria Avenue

Pedestrian Walkway along the path of the old Canadian Pacific Railway Tracks along Victoria Avenue. In the background the giant ferris wheel, the Skylon Tower and various hotels can be seen.

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, 5685 Falls Avenue

The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark as seen from the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Bender Street. The Niagara Casino Tower can be seen in the background.

St.Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5485 Victoria Avenue

The front of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church at 5485 Victoria Avenue.

St.Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5485 Victoria Avenue

The front and side of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church at 5485 Victoria Avenue.

St.Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5485 Victoria Avenue

The front and side of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church at 5485 Victoria Avenue.

Victoria Avenue looking south near Bender Street

Victoria Avenue looking south near Bender Street. Visible in the background L-R: Taki Restaurant, Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, Casino Niagara Tower, Sheraton on the Falls, Sandstone Grill House

Daffodils in Bloom along the Upper Niagara River

The Upper Niagara River in spring with the daffodils in bloom.

Upper Niagara River In Stevensville

The Niagara Parkway and the Upper Niagara River in spring with the trees just beginning to bud.

McKenzie's Crossing Plaque with the Upper Niagara River in the Background

Plaque : Mackenzie's Crossing 1837. On December 7, 1837, William Lyon Mackenzie's 'Patriot' forces were defeated north of Toronto by Loyalist militia and he fled toward the United States. Travelling little-used routes in order to avoid government forces which were scouring the countryside, he reached this vicinity on December 11th. Capt. Samuel McAfee, who owned this property at the time, provided Mackenzie with a boat to cross the Niagara River.While the rebel leader was embarking, Col. James Kerby arrived with a detachment of militia, but the McAfee family distracted his attention until Mackenzie gained the safety of the American shore.

Plaque : Mackenzie's Crossing 1837

Plaque : Mackenzie's Crossing 1837. On December 7, 1837, William Lyon Mackenzie's 'Patriot' forces were defeated north of Toronto by Loyalist militia and he fled toward the United States. Travelling little-used routes in order to avoid government forces which were scouring the countryside, he reached this vicinity on December 11th. Capt. Samuel McAfee, who owned this property at the time, provided Mackenzie with a boat to cross the Niagara River.While the rebel leader was embarking, Col. James Kerby arrived with a detachment of militia, but the McAfee family distracted his attention until Mackenzie gained the safety of the American shore.

Plaque, with Miller's Creek Marina and the Upper Niagara River in the Background

Plaque, with the Miller's Creek Marina and the Upper Niagara River in the background : Marina. Three different companies built many ships on this site during the years 1904 to 1930. At this shipyard, known locally as the “Bridgeburg Shipyard”, four ocean cargo boats such as “War Magic” and “War Vixen” were built in 1917-1919. In 1965 the Niagara Parks Commission began construction of this marina.

Welland Canal Plaque near Miller's Creek, with Miller's Creek Marina and the Upper Niagara River in the Background

Plaque near Miller's Creek along the Niagara Parkway: The Welland Canal at the Niagara Frontier. The passage of the first two vessels form lake to lake was achieved in 1829. After “stemming the broad and strong current of Niagara”, the vessels reached Black Rock where they were met with bursts of applause and honoured by the discharge of artillery from The Terrace. As stated in the biography of William Hamilton Merritt, the canal's founder, “The Welland Canal was now an accomplished fact. The artificial wedding of the Great Lakes of the west and north with the waters of the Ontario, and eventually with the St. Lawrence and the ocean was complete”

Plaque near Miller's Creek along the Niagara Parkway : The Welland Canal at the Niagara Frontier

Plaque near Miller's Creek along the Niagara Parkway: The Welland Canal at the Niagara Frontier. The passage of the first two vessels form lake to lake was achieved in 1829. After “stemming the broad and strong current of Niagara”, the vessels reached Black Rock where they were met with bursts of applause and honoured by the discharge of artillery from The Terrace. As stated in the biography of William Hamilton Merritt, the canal's founder, “The Welland Canal was now an accomplished fact. The artificial wedding of the Great Lakes of the west and north with the waters of the Ontario, and eventually with the St. Lawrence and the ocean was complete”

Interior view of the Public Library (11)

Victoria Avenue branch of the Niagara Falls Public Library. Inge Saczkowski at the computer station.

Interior view of the Public Library (10)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The desk in the Children's department.

Interior view of the Public Library (9)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. A line of private work stations in the library.

Interior view of the Public Library (8)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The reference desk to the right. Windows straight ahead face onto Victoria Avenue.

Interior view of the Public Library (7)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The reference desk.

Fountain and plants in the Public Library

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The interior centrepiece of the library brings nature inside.

Interior view of the Public Library (6)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The fountain in the middle of the library.

Interior view of the Public Library (5)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The Rosberg Room displaying Antique Coverlets sponsored by the Lundy's Lane Historical Museum.

Interior view of the Public Library (4)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. Seating area in front of the Sir Harry Oakes Room.

Interior view of the Public Library (3)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. Looking down the main hallway of the library with the circulation desk straight ahead.

Interior view of the Public Library (2)

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. Looking in through the main doors to the library.

Interior view of the Public Library

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The windows to the right open up onto Victoria Avenue.

Foyer of the Niagara Falls Public Library

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. The open doors on the left lead into the library.

Interior view from the main entrance of the library.

The Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. To the left is the circulation desk.

Niagara Falls Public Library Exterior (3)

The exterior of the Victoria Avenue branch of the public library. Looking north down Victoria Avenue towards Morrison St.

Front Entrance of the Niagara Falls Public Library

Front entrance of the Niagara Falls Public Library which looks out onto Victoria Avenue.

Niagara Falls Public Library Exterior (2)

The exterior of the Victoria Avenue branch of the public library. Looking south down Victoria Avenue.

Momentos: Krieghoff Reconsidered

Digitally recreated image by students of Toronto District Schools.

Niagara Falls Public Library Exterior (1)

The exterior of the Victoria Avenue branch of the public library.

Children's Craft Program

The Niagara Falls Public Library holds a craft program for the children.

Paintings of Niagara Falls and Area

Left to right: Betty Braaksma, Dorothy VanSlyke, George Seibel, Inge Saczkowski. Taken in the Oakes room.

Library Program: Treasures of Tutankhamun (5)

A display is set up for children to learn about the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun at the Niagara Falls Public Library. This is an ancient Egyptian game called Senet.

Library Program: Treasures of Tutankhamun (4)

A display is set up for children to learn about the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun at the Niagara Falls Public Library.

Library Program: Treasures of Tutankhamun (3)

Children listen as they learn about the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun at the Niagara Falls Public Library.

Library Program: Treasures of Tutankhamun (2)

Children listen as they learn about the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun at the Niagara Falls Public Library.

Library Program: Treasures of Tutankhamun

Children watch and learn about the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun at the Niagara Falls Public Library.

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (6)

Victoria Avenue Library. Reading area in the library.

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (5)

Victoria Avenue Library. Reading area in the library.

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (4)

Victoria Avenue Library. The old card catalogue and circulation desk (far left).

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (3)

Victoria Avenue Library. Plants and sculpture in the fountain of the library.

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (2)

Victoria Avenue Library. Looking down the main walkway towards the stacks. Two copies of photo.

Niagara Falls Public Library Interior (1)

Victoria Avenue Library. Showing the plants around the fountain.

Niagara Falls Library Staff 1948-49

Course for grad E librarians. Course instructor: Alberta Letts. Standing at left is Ruby Wallace and three from left is Jade Snell, County Librarian.

Niagara Falls Public Library Staff - 1949

Front Row: Helen Sehl (Branch Librarian), Grete Melson, Ruby Wallace, Edith Goodsir, Edith Albrant, Helen Lothian. Back: W.J. Sinclair (Janitor), Dan Alchuk, Frances Stokes (part-time), Eva Vannalter (part-time), Kathryn Smith, Michael Donovan. Two copies of photograph.

Sculpture in the Fountain at the Library.

Victoria Avenue Library. The library was built in 1973-74.

Looking towards the entrance of the Public Library.

Victoria Avenue Library. The circulation desk is to the right and the stacks to the left. The main entrance is seen straight ahead with an exit sign above it. The library was built in 1973-74.

Main Library Hallway

Victoria Avenue Library main hallway. The circulation desk is to the left. The library was built in 1973-74.

Niagara Falls Public Library Exterior

The front entrance opening onto Victoria Ave. Built in 1973-74.

Exterior View of the Niagara Falls Public Library

The front entrance opening onto Victoria Ave. Two copies of the photo.

Exterior View of Niagara Falls Public Library.

The front entrance opening onto Victoria Ave.

Ontario Power Generating Station in ice.

The Niagara River has formed an ice bridge which has enveloped the generating station. Above the gorge is the Canadian side and atop the escarpment can be seen the large Ontario Power Co. Transformer building which is now the site of the Fallsview Casino.

Two people enjoying the Horseshoe Falls

The Maid of the Mist is seen near the Horseshoe Falls. The Ontario Power Generating Station can be seen to the right at the base of the gorge.

Close up of the Ontario Power Generating Station

In the back, the edge of the Horseshoe Falls can be seen. Ice has built up and created an ice bridge on the Niagara River.

Partially Frozen Horseshoe Falls

A small part of the Horseshoe Falls appears to have been frozen. The main Horseshoe part of the Falls however is still flowing. Goat Island is to the left in the photo.

Ice on the Generators in the Ontario Generating Station

In 1909 and 1938 water and ice flooded into the Ontario Power Generating Station at the base of the Horseshoe Falls causing damage.

Frozen American Falls

The American Falls carry only 10% of the water from the Upper Niagara River. As a result their flow is blocked more easily and has resulted in them freezing over on five recorded occasions; 1848, 1909, 1936, 1938, and 1949.

Observation area looking out at the Horseshoe Falls

Located on the Canadian side of the gorge this area offers a view of both Falls.

A path in the snow through the frozen trees.

A cleared path through a park and some footsteps leading off the path into the winter trees.

Ice on the Niagara River

Small pieces of ice have joined together to creat a large sheet of ice.

Luna Island and the Rainbow Bridge

The observation area to the right is Luna Island which is situated between the American and Bridal Veil Falls. The Rainbow bridge in the background replaced the collapsed Falls View Bridge in 1941.

View of the American Falls showing some buildings from Niagara Falls, N.Y.

The Maid of the Mist can be seen in front of the Falls. The stairs to the right give access to the Cave of the Winds.

Snow and Ice Covered Trees

Spectators on Luna Island in the Winter

The American Falls appear to be completely frozen. Judging by the number of people that can be seen both above the gorge and below it is probable that this was taken in 1938, the year that the Falls View Bridge collapsed.