Tour to the Niagara Parks Power Station Museum
June 17 @ 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
The London Life Members are hosting a tour to the [Niagara Parks Power Station Museum](https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/play/attractions/niagara-parks-power-station/) on June 17. While an LM event, this is open to all <a href="http://members.
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For 100 years, the “Canadian Niagara Power Company generating station” harnessed the powerful energy of the Horseshoe Falls and turned it into a great source of electricity. Now, years after its turbines came to a halt, the wonder of this hydropower pioneer is coming back to life in an entertaining and educational experience that highlights both the remarkable history and unique architectural features of this 115-year-old engineering <a href="http://marvel.
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This not-to-be-missed experience offers an opportunity to be part of a thrilling revival, and a chance to discover the incredible history and heritage of this celebrated building. Dive into the history of the visionaries behind it as well as the workers that kept it <a href="http://running.
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Uncover an unforgettable tunnel adventure 180 feet beneath the halls of the Niagara Parks Power Station. Find out how this remarkable 2,200-foot-long tunnel was excavated with only lanterns, rudimentary dynamite, pickaxes and shovels. Then, step out onto a new observation deck at the river’s <a href="http://edge.
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The registration fee will cover the ticket for the guided tour and IEEE will cover lunch and transportation. Depending on the number registered, we will charter a small bus or choose to car pool (with IEEE reimbursing fuel and parking) – to be advised <a href="http://later.
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The tentative lunch plan is the Table Rock restaurant next to the <a href="http://museum.
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Weather permitting, we will have an optional walk to the Tesla Monument, about 10 minutes <a href="http://away.
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Agenda:
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8:00 Departure from London
11:00 Arrive at Museum
1:00 Lunch and walk to Tesla Monument
2:00 Return to Museum
4:00 Return to London
7:00 Arrival back in London
7005 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1A0,
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada