Nancy Island Historic Site:
"The story of the British Schooner, Nancy is one of this region's little-known secrets". The Nancy was a fur trading vessel during the War of 1812 and was on the Nottawasaga River August 14, 1814. On that day, Lt. Worsley, commander of the Nancy, did all he could to defend her from American attack. Badly outnumbered, the Nancy was destroyed in battle, though the crew escaped to fight another day. Today you can see the hull of the Nancy, built in 1789, on display on Nancy Island. Also at the site, you will find a replica of a 19th century Great Lakes lighthouse and an award winning video presentation which tells the crew's heroic story.
During the spring, summer, and fall join park staff as they bring the story of the Nancy and her crew to life! You have the opportunity to take a tour of the site, participate in a musket or cannon demonstration, and interact with a historical character from Wasaga's past.
