Cannon Firings

Cannon Firings

NEXT DATE:   |  1, 2 & 3 p.m.  |  
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.

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