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      This is an iron candlestick, circa 1810, with shallow tray and finger handle. This item can offer insight into domestic life during the War of 1812.

      This wall sconce is fashioned from metal and features a rectangular reflector with scalloped topping. The tray at the bottom of the sconce is semi-elliptical and the candlestick shaft is short. This offers insight into the home furnishings that existed during the 1812 period.

      A round/pear shaped dish made with a handle and a hook for hanging. Animal or fish fat was burned from a cotton wick within for a source of light. Betty lamps would have been an important source of light at this time and would have been used extensively. Light was …

      This copper kettle, circa 1800, is believed to have belonged to Laura Secord, the celebrated Canadian heroine of the War of 1812-1814. She is known for her walk from Queenston in June 1813, to warn the British troops at Beaverdams of an impending American attack. Sizes: Diameter- 23 CM, Height …

      These sugar tongs are fashioned from silver and monogramed with "JLS" for James and Laura Secord or "ILS" for Laura Ingersoll Secord. The tongs belonged to Laura Secord, the celebrated Canadian heroine of the War of 1812-1814. She is known for her walk from Queenston in June 1813, to warn …

      This oval-shaped silver serving basket with a movable handle features an engraving on the inside that reads "This basket was taken from General Porter's tent in the War of 1812-14 and was given with other articles as loot to Major Fitzgerald of 41st Regiment". It also has a stamp that …

      This coffeepot was fashioned from pewter with a wooden base. The coffeepot features a hinged lid, a swan neck and an embossed grape pattern circling the pot. It belonged to George Ball who was a Lieutenant in the Lincoln Militia during the War of 1812.

      This is a white linen hand towel, circa 1808, that is thought to have been created or owned by Magdelene Servos Whitemore. The towel is made of homespun flax and has a plain weave that is hemmed on three sides. It is believed to have been used domestically during the …

      This is a white squared tablecloth, circa 1808, that is thought to have been created or owned by Magdelene Servos Whitemore. It is made of homespun flax and has a fringe on the edges. It is believed to have been used domestically during the War of 1812-1814.

      A mahogany, drop leaf sofa table with carved legs and feet from the home of the Honourable William Dickson. There are four drawers, four false drawers and a center trestle. This table is reputed to have been saved from the burning of Newark in 1812 with help from the natives.

      This canopy is fashioned from highly glazed chintz and features a floral pattern on green background. It is believed to be from the home of Richard Secord and was used on the bed of Mary Magdalene Secord.

      This is a porcelain plate with blue and gold trim, a scalloped gold decoration and a painted gold flower in the centre. It is a Coalport design, which was a company created by British artist John Rose (1772- 1841), and is currently part of the pottery company Wedgewood. This plate …

      This is a porcelain cup and saucer with blue and gold trim, 3 gold flowers and gold sunburst in the center. There is also no handle on the cup. It is a Coalport design, which was a company created by British artist John Rose (1772- 1841), and is currently part …

      This is a porcelain teapot with tray that has blue and gold trim. It is a Coalport design, which was a company created by British artist John Rose (1772- 1841), and is currently part of the pottery company Wedgewood. This bowl is dated circa 1800-1810 which means it can provide …

      This is a porcelain cream pitcher with blue and gold trim. It is a Coalport design, which was a company created by British artist John Rose (1772- 1841), and is currently part of the pottery company Wedgewood. This bowl is dated circa 1800-1810 which means it can provide insight into …

      This is a porcelain sugar bowl created by British artist John Rose Coalport (1772-1841), with blue and gold trim. This bowl is dated circa 1800-1810 which means it can provide information on the domestic life of individuals during the War of 1812.

      This is a brick from under the pulpit of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church when the flooring was taken up. It is believed to have belonged to the church that existed in 1794. St. Andrews’ first building was burned in 1813 when the American troops burnt the entire town of Newark …

      This is a round pewter plate, dated from the early 1800s. Markings on the plate include three cartouches, an angel with sword in one, and a hand and scales in the other leaning on a shield with a rampant lion. There is also a plant with three flowers on one …

      This hand-forged key was likely used for entry into a strong box or a large door. It features a rounded shaft. Strong boxes are military issued boxes that are very large and heavy and are constructed to hold important documents and money.

      This tin and wood coal scuttle would have been used to carry live coals and ashes. The scuttle features a turned wooden handle joined by a tin shank. There is a small hook on the end of the handle to hang the scuttle. This item provides insight into domestic life …