Beginning of May construction update

    This is a smaller construction update than normal, but here are a few pictures: Bronto’s Adventure Playland looks like it is almost ready They are starting to put the roof on the former Pilgrim Restaurant (future East Side Mario’s?) The sidewalk along Victoria Avenue used to have large rocks periodically along the edge that you…

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      Niagara Parks seasons passes on sale Monday

      From the Niagara Falls Review: Seasons tickets and family passes for Niagara Parks Commission attractions are going on sale May 5. Niagara Falls & Great Gorge Adventure passes cost $39.95 for adults and $24.95 for children aged 6-12. This year, season passes are available for an additional $10 per person. The photo ID card will…

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        Niagara’s Fury is revealed

        From the Thrill Network: One of the most spectacular, dramatic and immersive attractions in the world comes to Niagara Falls this summer. Premiering in June 2008, The Niagara Parks Commission’s Niagara’s Furyâ„¢ lets you experience the extreme, violent and beautiful birth of Niagara Falls in a way you’ve never dreamed possible. After unveiling Niagara’s Furyâ„¢…

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          An Artifice For America

          From Newsweek: The first European to see Niagara falls didn’t enjoy it. “When one stands near the Fall,” wrote Father Louis Hennepin (who did so in 1678), “and looks down into this most dreadful Gulph, one is seized with Horror.” If you’ve ever been there, you may know the feeling. Mount Everest or the Grand…

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