Cannon Firings

Cannon Firings

NEXT DATE: November 24, 2024  |  1, 2 & 3 p.m.  |  Sunday
category: Family Programs  |  

Have a blast during your visit to Hagley with a demonstration of our signal cannon! Be prepared, it may seem small, but really packs a punch!

Demonstrations take place next to the Millwright Shop in the historic powder yard.

Demonstrations take place at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. 

Included with admission and free for Hagley members.

Please note that cannon firings are weather-dependent.

NOTE: On December 31, 2024, canon firings will be at 12 and 1 p.m. due to early closing at 2 p.m. that day. 

3 other occurrences.

December 29, 2024
December 31, 2024
December 31, 2024

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