Windsor earns award for historic Streetcar No. 351

The historic Streetcar No. 351 in Windsor, Ont., on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Stefanie Masotti/CTV News Windsor)

The City of Windsor has earned an award for the historic Streetcar No. 351.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens was joined Tuesday by members of council; administration; University of Windsor representatives, Sheet Metal Workers and Roofers Union Local 235 members to recognize the efforts to restore, preserve, and share historic Streetcar No. 351 with the community.

“With this award we recognize the extraordinary efforts made by community historians and the city’s heritage experts in restoring, conserving, preserving and sharing Streetcar No. 351 and creating the corresponding historical exhibition at the riverfront Legacy Beacon. Mayor Dilkens and City Council are to be commended for their commitment to history, heritage, and conservation efforts in the community, and for making the rich stories of the city accessible to the public,” said Dr. Robert Nelson, Head of the Department of History, University of Windsor.

History Award

Dr. Nelson and Professor Palmer were on hand to present the University of Windsor’s prestigious Kulisek Prize to the City. The annual prize is awarded to a distinguished finished project on the history of Windsor and surrounding Essex County, Kent and Lambton created by a group or individual member of the public. Examples of such a major projects could include the creation of an exhibition, book, film, or monument; or the restoration of a historic artifact, building, or site.

The Kulisek Prize is named for Dr. Larry Kulisek, who had a long and notable career as the Department of History’s specialist in local history, and who was a tireless promoter of local history and of budding local historians among the student body.

Copper/Brass Replica of Streetcar No. 351

Business manager Ryan Thompson and organizer David Campbell of the Sheet Metal Workers and Roofers Union Local 235 were also on hand to present Mayor Dilkens and the City of Windsor with a special keepsake replica of Streetcar No. 351. The keepsake is made of copper and brass and was created back in 2025.

The site operates from May 1 through Labour Day, Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Fridays through Sundays, including all statutory holidays, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. following Labour Day and through October 31. The site is closed on Mondays, aligning with operating hours for Museum Windsor. The onsite concession operates from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. Public self-guided tours are available during all operating hours, with no booking requirement. Private tours are available year round, for a fee, and can be booked by contacting Museum Windsor at 519-253-1812 by phone or [e-mail] by email.