America’s Stairway
A Production of Toward Castle Films in cooperation with the Lockport Locks Heritage District Corporation
The epic story of how one of America’s first successful public works emboldened a nation to move westward, and how in the 21st Century it has enabled a new generation to revitalize itself.
America’s Stairway can now be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home! Click here to experience this world class documentary.
America’s Stairway: World Premiere
America’s Stairway on the big screen! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the sold-out world premiere of America’s Stairway. It was a fantastic celebration and community event. After over five years of hard work and dedication, it was an honor to share the completed documentary in the hometown of the Flight of Five Locks.
Thank you to our generous sponsors, dedicated committee, and talented production team, without whom none of this would have been possible.
“The Greatest Artificial Curiosity in this Part of America”
- Stewart Scott, Canadian Traveler (1826)
Drawing of Flight of Five Looking East by William H. Bartlett (1858)
- Marquis de Lafayette