Friends of Fort Malden

10/23/2026

Less then a week the Friends of Fort Malden will be hosting Andy Robertshaw in his experience, and his the lead historical consultant for Steven Spielberg’s film adaptation of War Horse.

It will be at Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 157, Amherstburg, Ontario on October 29 2026. You can get your tickets at

https://www.friendsfortmalden.org/events/2026/10/29/working-on-the-set-of-war-horse

Or at the door the night of the show, hosted at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 157, in Amherstburg.

See you on:

October 29th 2026
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm / Doors: 6:00 pm.

Andy Robertshaw is an internationally recognized historian, author, museum professional, and historical consultant. For this special evening event, Andy will present "Working on the Set of War Horse," sharing his experiences as Historical Advisor and Military Consultant on Steven Spielberg's acclaim...

10/18/2026

Come out October 29 2026 to Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 157, Amherstburg, Ontario. The Friends of Fort Malden hosting Andy Robertshaw in his experience and his  the lead historical consultant for Steven Spielberg’s film adaptation of War Horse

Tickets on sale at:

https://thepointofsale.com/tickets/oys261029001?lang=en

October 29th 2026
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm / Doors: 6:00 pm
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 157, Amherstburg, Ontario
281 Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg, ON, Canada

10/12/2026

It’s , and we want to take a moment to thank the wonderful staff, the passionate Friends of Fort Malden volunteers, the enthusiastic re-enactors, and the curious visitors that come to explore and discover.

continues to exist because of you, and we are grateful to have such an incredible community.

Also, PLEASE NOTE:

is now closed for the season for regular programming. (But don't miss our Candlelight tours!)

Thanks for another great year!

09/04/2026

? The enrolled pensioners who lived at Fort Malden beginning in 1851 were given navy blue uniforms with red trim. These uniforms are a stark contrast to the redcoats famously worn by British regulars.

The enrolled pensioners would have worn these uniforms whenever they were on official duty such as garrisoning the fort or the blockhouses.

Thanks again to the Friends of Fort Malden for donating our new uniform, on display in the Pensioner’s Cottage to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Enrolled Pensioners’ Scheme at .

08/31/2026

We would like to thank everyone who came out and supported Friends of Fort Malden charity Bbq.
Also thank you to all our volunteers. See you next year!

08/29/2026

Come out an support our bbq fundraiser for friends of the fort.!

ART by the RIVER starts tomorrow, August 29!

The annual Arts and Crafts show is the major fundraiser for the Gibson Gallery. Come support local art down by the river here at Saturday and Sunday!

Friendly reminder that the fort is closed for this special event from today, August 28 to Sunday August 30, inclusive.

08/28/2026

This weekend!! August 29th and 30th 10 am to 5 pm. Over 175 exhibitors and food vendors plus a free Kids Fun Zone and entertainment! What a great weekend!
Free shuttle from 179 Victoria St S
and
Parking at 125 Sandwich St S (across from the old high school)

08/19/2026

08/17/2026

Friends of Fort Malden are looking for people or students looking volunteer hours to help with our annual Art by the River BBQ fundraiser. Art by the River will be held at Fort Malden National Historic Site on August 29 and 30.

Friends of Fort Malden is a non profit organization that partnerships with Perks Canada.

Please email me at [email protected] if you are interested wanted to help us with our annual BBQ

Thanks

Mark Feltoe
President of the Friends of Fort Malden