Located on the east bank of the Oswego River, where if offers wonderful views of Lake Ontario, the present Fort Ontario stands on the site of three previous forts, all of which were destroyed and rebuilt between 1755 and 1840. Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the property to see the Officers Quarters, the Powder Magazine, the Men’s Barracks, the Storeroom and the 2 guardhouses as well as underground artillery casements and the ramparts. The fort was home to Jewish refugees during WWII – you can learn about them at the Safe Haven Museum located onsite. The fort is widely believed to be haunted so if you are interested in the paranormal you can book a ghoulish Ghost Tour.

Address: Fort Ontario State Historic Site, 1 East Fourth Street, Oswego, NY 13126, Phone: 315-343-4711

Visit the star-shaped Fort Ontario State Historic Site Lear about WWII history at the Safe Haven Museum Feel the rush at the Oswego Speedway Visit the Richardson-Bates House Museum Take a tour of The State University of New York Oswego Enjoy the views of the Oswego River Tour the H. Lee White Maritime Museum On a rainy day, visit the Oswego Public Library Enjoy farm-to-table food at La Parrilla Grill and Wine Bar Take the kids to GJP Italian Eatery Take the kids to Children’s Museum of Oswego (CMOO) Connect with nature at the Rice Creek Field Station

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