Kingston is a city with a population of approximately 123,000 (including surrounding regions) and is situated at the junction of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River, roughly 168km southwest of Ottawa, 296km west of Montreal and 256km east of Toronto. Kingston is one of the most historic cities in Canada. It is believed that Kingston and its surrounding counties boast more historic plaques than any other comparable area in Ontario and perhaps in Canada. It is also interesting to note that there are more than 80 historical markers in the City of Kingston, not including those in the historical district.

The City of Kingston holds an important place in the history of the Province of Ontario as it was here that the military, political, religious, educational, commercial and cultural life of Canadians had its origin. In the city and surrounding counties, many historic figures and events have been commemorated by memorials erected by the Dominion of Canada, the Province of Ontario, the Kingston Historical Society and other societies and groups.