Tourism and the Falls have a long and rich history in Niagara. The majority of people in the 19th century considered a journey to Niagara Falls to be an unforgettable adventure. Throughout the years local businesses have kept this up by continually providing a fun and memorable experience for all visitors. Some of these memories include extreme events like daredevils crossing the Falls on a tightrope to the formation of the Niagara River ice bridge during the coldest winter months.
How much do you about know these major Niagara Falls events of the past? Take the quiz and find out!
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Oh Dear, you might want to talk to Grandma, she probably knows a thing or two about Niagara’s history.
#1. What year did Roger Woodward go over Niagara Falls and survive?
#2. This is one of the very first photographs of Niagara Falls. When was this photograph taken?
#3. Who was the first person to survive a barrel ride over Niagara Falls?
#4. Which of the images below was taken during the 1977 blizzard?
#5. In an interview, which daredevil made this statement about Niagara Falls? ? āItās Niagara Falls. Itās one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world. Who wouldnāt want to walk across it?ā
āItās Niagara Falls. Itās one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world. Who wouldnāt want to walk across it?ā