Lake Erie Collection

Erie Canal route
Map of the Erie Canal across New York state, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Lake Erie, War of 1812
British and American ships engaged in the Battle of Lake Erie, 1813. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ontario, 1870s
Map of Ontario, Canada, 1870s. Printed color lithograph

Niagara Falls on the Niagara River that connects Lakes Ontario and Erie, American Falls on the left, and Horseshoe Falls on the right, New York State, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Colonial Pennsylvania map, 1750s
Map of the " Province of Pennsilvania, " 1756. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an 18th-century illustration

EVNT2A-00196
Oliver H. Perrys note proclaiming his Lake Erie victory: " We have met the enemy and they are ours." Woodcut with watercolor wash

1883 Ohio State Map

MAP: WESTERN RESERVE. Map of the Connecticut Western Reserve on Lake Erie, later to become the northeastern part of the state of Ohio

Lake Erie grain boat in a snowstorm
Steamship carrying grain on Lake Erie in a snowstorm, headed for Buffalo, New York, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

New York, Buffalo, Lake Erie. Buffalo Lighthouse (aka Chinamans Light), circa 1833. Its the oldest structure in the city of Buffalo. Great Lakes Seaway Trail

Ohio 1852 Map

Glimpse of Sandusky, from St. Pauls Church, 1872. Creator: John Douglas Woodward
Glimpse of Sandusky, from St. Pauls Church, 1872. View of the town of Sandusky, Ohio, on the shore of Lake Erie, USA. Sandusky, the " Bay City"

The Great Lakes, ISS image C016 / 3870
The Great Lakes. View from the International Space Station (ISS) of the Great Lakes of the USA and Canada. North is towards upper right. Here, the ISS is over a point to the southeast of Nova Scotia

PNAV2A-00002
US Navy Commander Oliver Hazard Perry during the Battle of Lake Erie, War of 1812. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

Map of southern Ohio, c.1900 (engraving)
533168 Map of southern Ohio, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of the southern part of Ohio, United States, with inset maps of Cincinnati and Cleveland, circa 1902)

map of Detroit, c.1900 (engraving)
532755 map of Detroit, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Detroit, Michigan, and the Detroit River, circa 1900, from the 10th edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica.); Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG.

Map of Cleveland, c.1900 (engraving)
532746 Map of Cleveland, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Cleveland, Ohio, from the 10th edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica.); Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG.

Map of Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier, c.1900 (engraving)
532728 Map of Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Buffalo, New York, and the Niagara Frontier, circa 1900)

City of Erie (Pennsylvania), c1900. Creator: William H. Jackson
City of Erie (Pennsylvania), c1900

Sunset across the harbor, Buffalo, N.Y. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: William H. Jackson
Sunset across the harbor, Buffalo, N.Y. c.between 1910 and 1920. Cargo ships in background

Needle's eye, Gibraltar, Put-in-Bay, Ohio, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Needle's eye, Gibraltar, Put-in-Bay, Ohio, between 1880 and 1899

Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Brown electric hoist, unloading ore, Buffalo, N.Y. c1908

The Perry Memorial, Put-In-Bay, Ohio, c1912. Creator: Unknown
The Perry Memorial, Put-In-Bay, Ohio, c1912

Harbor entrance and lights, Buffalo, N.Y. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Harbor entrance and lights, Buffalo, N.Y. c.between 1910 and 1920. "Juniata" on steamboat

Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900

Clam shell ore unloading plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Clam shell ore unloading plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900

Harbor entrance, Ashtabula, Ohio, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Harbor entrance, Ashtabula, Ohio, c1900

Erie, Pennsylvania, USA downtown cityscape on the lake in the morning

Cleveland, Ohio, USA downtown city skyline and harbor at twilight

USA, New York, Western New York, Buffalo, harborfront from Lake Erie, sunset

Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry transferring from US Brig Lawrence to US Brig Niagra during the Battle of Lake
KW353634 Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry transferring from US Brig Lawrence to US Brig Niagra during the Battle of Lake Erie (litho) by English School

20th Century Limited, New York Central Railroad train from New York to Chicago
6014727 20th Century Limited, New York Central Railroad train from New York to Chicago, travelling along the south shore of Lake Erie (colour litho) by English School

Our Artist in the United States, IX (engraving)
1053978 Our Artist in the United States, IX (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Artist in the United States, IX)

Perry Monument, Cleveland, Lake Erie (engraving)
724949 Perry Monument, Cleveland, Lake Erie (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Perry Monument, Cleveland, Lake Erie)

The Building of the "Griffon"(colour litho)
2790367 The Building of the " Griffon" (colour litho) by Kyle, James Fergus (1876-1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

A new and general map of the middle dominion belonging to the United States
696116 A new and general map of the middle dominion belonging to the United States, 14th May 1794 (colour litho) by Whittle, James (1757-1818) and Laurie

The Griffin Entering the Harbor at Mackinaw, August 27th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5858118 The Griffin Entering the Harbor at Mackinaw, August 27th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 38x56.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The Battle of Lake Erie, Commodore O. H. Perrys Victory, 1878 (colour litho)
497591 The Battle of Lake Erie, Commodore O.H. Perrys Victory, 1878 (colour litho) by Newell, J. P. (19th century); 42x63 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Printed by J.H)

The Last of the Season, a Grain Steamer making for Buffalo, Lake Erie (engraving)
1594621 The Last of the Season, a Grain Steamer making for Buffalo, Lake Erie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last of the Season)

First Sailing of the Griffin on Lake Erie, August 7th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5858117 First Sailing of the Griffin on Lake Erie, August 7th 1679, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Battle for Lake Erie (engraving)
961624 Battle for Lake Erie (engraving) by Powell, William Henry (1823-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle for Lake Erie, Battle of Put-in-Bay, was fought on 10 September 1813)

Commodore Perrys victory on Lake Erie, 10 September 1813 (colour litho)
1127240 Commodore Perrys victory on Lake Erie, 10 September 1813 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright

Battle of Lake Erie. Perry Victorious closing scene of the Action from Army
3239904 Battle of Lake Erie. Perry Victorious closing scene of the Action from Army and Navy Magazine, pub. 1840 (coloured engraving) by Evans, J

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"Discover the Majestic Beauty of Lake Erie: A Gateway to Natural Wonders and Historical Treasures" Immerse yourself in the breathtaking allure of Lake Erie, a magnificent body of water that holds countless stories within its depths. As you stand on its shores, envision the powerful Niagara Falls cascading into this vast lake, forming an awe-inspiring connection between two great bodies of water. Trace back history's footsteps along the Erie Canal route, which played a pivotal role in shaping America's industrial growth. Delve into tales from the Battle during the War of 1812, where brave souls fought for their nations amidst these very waters. Transport yourself to colonial Pennsylvania with a glimpse at a map from the 1750s, showcasing how early settlers navigated their way through this region. Explore the Connecticut Western Reserve on Lake Erie, later evolving into Ohio's northeastern part – an area rich in heritage and promise. Witness a hauntingly beautiful scene as a grain boat battles through snowstorms upon Lake Erie's surface – capturing resilience and determination against nature's might. Travel back to Ontario in the 1870s or explore Ohio through an intricately detailed state map from 1883 or even earlier versions like one dating back to 1852 - each offering glimpses into bygone eras. Marvel at Cleveland's iconic Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum standing proudly alongside Lake Erie’s marina - where music legends' legacies come alive against this stunning backdrop. And let your imagination soar as you catch sight of Sandusky from St. Paul’s Church in 1872 - envisioning bustling streets filled with life during simpler times. Lake Erie beckons adventurers seeking both natural wonders and historical treasures alike. With its captivating landscapes and storied past, it invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey through time while embracing its boundless beauty.