The site of Fort Lennox was a strategic location in defending Canada against invasion from the south during colonial times. It was first fortified by the French in 1759 to defend against British invasion during the French and Indian War and the current buildings were built by the British between 1819 and 1829 to deter a U.S. invasion after the War of 1812. In 1920, it was designated a National Historic Site of Canada. and is administered by Parks Canada.[1][2]
As of December 2022, the Fort was still undergoing renovation work and closed to the public. It reopened to the public in spring 2023 with a new exhibition, presenting the different passages on the island, in the barracks.
On 28 June 1985 Canada Post issued 'Fort Lennox, Que.' one of the 20 stamps in the "Forts Across Canada Series" (1983 & 1985). The stamps are perforated 12+1⁄2 x 13mm and were printed by Ashton-Potter Limited based on the designs by Rolf P. Harder.
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Museum
An exhibit has been presented to the public in the newly renovated barracks. By the name of Passages, experiences of this Island, the exhibition split in twelve alcoves presents the multiple passages on the island.
Visitors can tour the 1820s period officers' quarters during a tour given by Parks Canada's guide. The north and south magazine are now closed to the public.
Guided tours are given of the grounds and buildings, which include an ordnance magazine and artillery magazine, a guardhouse, officers' quarters, barracks and casemates. During summer weekends, living history demonstrations focus on fort life in the mid 19th century.
There is the possibility to see a demonstration of a typical 24th British Infantry Regiment soldier uniform. It is given in the barracks on the first floor. After the demonstration, it is highly recommended to go upstairs to see the dormitary exhibit.
Entry
The admission fees to the island includes the ferry. The parking lot and visitor center are located on the west shore of the river. Boaters cannot visit the island directly. They need to pay a fee to enter the fort by going to the visitor center on the west shore.
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