Mewinzha Archaeology and Indigenous History Gallery

Mewinzha means “a long time ago” in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)

Discover Mewinzha Archaeology and Indigenous History Gallery honouring the Indigenous peoples who lived, traded, and created a flint-knapping industry on this site for thousands of years.

The display features tools and weapons dating back 11,000 years, alongside contemporary Indigenous artwork that connects past and present.

Located in the lobby of the Peace Bridge Administration Building, the gallery was produced by the Buffalo and Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority in partnership with the Town of Fort Erie, Fort Erie Museum Services, and the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre. Together, the exhibit invites visitors to reflect on the deep history of the area and the enduring presence of Indigenous culture and creativity.

May this bridge be not only a physical and material link between Canada and the United States, but may it also be symbolic of the maintenance of their friendly contacts by those who live on both sides of the frontier."  - The Prince of Whales, during the dedication of the Bridge in 1927

The Bridge that Peace Built

While onsite, visitors can explore The Bridge that Peace Built in the upper lobby, an exhibit that chronicles the development, opening and evolving history of the Peace Bridge.

Created with participation by the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society.

Address: Public Bridge Authority Building, 100 Queen Street, Fort Erie, Ontario

Hours: May depend on the schedule of the Public Bridge Authority 

• Open to the public Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Ring buzzer for access on Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Closed Mondays
• Closed all holidays