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Daily Visitation: May 4-Oct. 27, 2024 | Tues-Sun | 9:30am-5pm
Experience the blend of history and natural beauty like nowhere else when you visit Fort Ticonderoga! Explore 2000 acres of America’s most historic landscape located on the shores of Lake Champlain and nestled between New York’s Adirondack and Vermont’s Green Mountains. Create lasting memories as you embark on an adventure that spans centuries, defined a continent, and helped forge a nation.
MAY 4-5: Living History Event: “For the Good of the King’s Service”
This exciting two-day living history event kicks off Fort Ticonderoga’s 2024 Campaign Season! Experience peacetime garrison life in British North America on the eve of the Revolutionary War as Fort Ticonderoga begins REAL TIME REVOLUTION™! 250 years to the day, discover daily life for British soldiers and their families in 1774.
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May
4–5
Living History Event: “For the Good of the King’s Service”
In this exciting two-day living history event, experience peacetime garrison life in British North America on the eve of the Revolutionary War as Fort Ticonderoga begins REAL TIME REVOLUTION™! 250 years to the day, discover daily life for British soldiers and their families in 1774, with peacetime activities like gardening, shoemaking, tailoring, and boatbuilding. This […]
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May
17
Annual History Conference for Educators
This annual daylong conference immerses teachers in primary sources, material culture, and pedagogical techniques to help connect students to history. Presentations are by classroom teachers, museum staff, archivists, and academics. With the approach of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, each session of this conference explores one of five themes: Power of Place Revolutionary Possibilities […]
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May
17–19
Twenty-Eighth Annual War College of the Seven Years’ War
Fort Ticonderoga presents the Twenty-Eighth Annual War College of the Seven Years’ War over three days, Friday-Sunday, May 17-19, 2024. Since its beginning in 1996, this premier seminar focuses on subjects related to the Seven Years’ War in North America and beyond, drawing speakers and participants from across North America and Europe. Attendees can […]
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May
25–26
Memorial Day Weekend Commemoration
Join Fort Ticonderoga to pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the American Revolution. Fort Ticonderoga will pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the American Revolution. Discover the story of the American Army in […]
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June
8
Annual Spring King’s Garden Plant Sale
As part of National Garden Week June 2-8, and back by popular demand, mark your calendars for the return of the King’s Garden Plant Sale on June 8 from 10am-4pm! Help Fort Ticonderoga with the historic garden’s stewardship and take home your living legacy from the walled King’s Garden. Visitors have the option to purchase […]
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June
9
Virtual Author Series featuring Theodore Corbett
The Fort Ticonderoga Author Series features presentations by authors of books related to Colonial and Revolutionary War history. Another revolution existed in the late 18th-century world, not the familiar movement for independence of the United States or even the French Revolution, but rather the effort for freedom from slavery, opposed by most in the thirteen British colonies […]
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June
15
Living History Event: Scots Day
This family-favorite cultural event explores Scottish clan tents to learn more about their rich ancestry and culture. Merchants selling kilts, crafts, and other gifts will join Scottish organizations from across the East Coast to greet visitors with information on all aspects of their rich heritage. Inside Fort Ticonderoga, discover the heroic stories of Scottish soldiers […]
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June
21
History Happy Hour on Lake Champlain
Cap off your day with a relaxing narrated cruise, surrounded by scenic beauty and Ticonderoga’s rich maritime history aboard the Carillon, Fort Ticonderoga’s classic 1920s tour boat. From poignant to comical, discover the drama that surrounded Ticonderoga on the storied waters of Lake Champlain. Enjoy the flavor of history through classic cocktails, taken from tales […]
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June
25
A Date with Brown Bess
In 1774, the British troops at Fort Ticonderoga carried a version of the famous “Brown Bess” musket. But what’s the real story behind this iconic firearm? In this one-of-a-kind behind the scenes, hands-on program, get up close and personal with Fort Ticonderoga Curator, Dr. Matthew Keagle, to really understand “Brown Bess” revealing the industrial systems […]
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June
28
Cannon and Coffee
Explore Fort Ticonderoga’s world-class collection of 18th-century artillery from a whole new perspective and be the first to enter Fort Ticonderoga with this special early bird program. Join Fort Ticonderoga Curator, Dr. Matthew Keagle for a special tour across the guns of Ticonderoga and learn the surprising histories of the museum’s artillery collection, spanning the […]
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June
28
History Happy Hour on Lake Champlain
Cap off your day with a relaxing narrated cruise, surrounded by scenic beauty and Ticonderoga’s rich maritime history aboard the Carillon, Fort Ticonderoga’s classic 1920s tour boat. From poignant to comical, discover the drama that surrounded Ticonderoga on the storied waters of Lake Champlain. Enjoy the flavor of history through classic cocktails, taken from tales […]
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July
2
A Date with Brown Bess
In 1774, the British troops at Fort Ticonderoga carried a version of the famous “Brown Bess” musket. But what’s the real story behind this iconic firearm? In this one-of-a-kind behind the scenes, hands-on program, get up close and personal with Fort Ticonderoga Curator, Dr. Matthew Keagle, to really understand “Brown Bess” revealing the industrial systems […]
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About Fort Ticonderoga
Welcoming visitors since 1909, Fort Ticonderoga is a major cultural destination, museum, historic site, and center for learning. As a multi-day destination and the premier place to learn more about North America’s military heritage, Fort Ticonderoga engages more than 75,000 visitors each year with an economic impact of more than $12 million annually. Presenting vibrant programs, historic interpretation, boat cruises, tours, demonstrations, and exhibits, Fort Ticonderoga and is open for daily visitation May through October and special programs during Winter Quarters, November through April. Fort Ticonderoga is owned by The Fort Ticonderoga Association, a 501c3 non-profit educational organization, and is supported in part through generous donations and with some general operating support made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts.
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Spring has... Sprang?!
Well, its certainly starting to feel like spring here, which brings to mind the sprang technique of weaving that was used by the British Army for sashes for officers and non commissioned officers (NCOs).
This sprang sash, shown somewhat open to reveal its very flexible weave, was worn by an NCO of a British cavalry regiment. It is made of silk, from which officers` sashes were made, but the distinctive blue stripe in the middle, was a distinction of NCOs while officers` wore solid crimson sashes. The combination of silk with the blue stripe confirms an NCO of the cavalry, and the blue further indicates a royal regiment with blue facings.
A remarkable survivor which will be on display through 2024 as part of our
"Revolutionary Anthology: Power of Place" exhibit opening tomorrow!
#arevolutionaryanthology
#ticonderogacollections
May 3
Register now for the Twentieth Annual Seminar on the American Revolution taking place September 20-22, 2024. Participants can attend in person or online for this premier conference as we begin our commemoration the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Register at this link:
https://www.fortticonderoga.org/ft_events/twentieth-annual-seminar-on-the-american-revolution/
May 3
Mon Dieu!
This cartridge box plate was made for a soldier of the French "Régiment de Poitou" before the American War for Independence. This regiment was not part of the Comte de Rochambeau`s famous expeditionary force, but did serve in the Revolutionary War. Elements of the Poitou Regiment participated in the in the Franco-Spanish siege and capture of Pensacola, Florida in 1781, one of the Revolution`s wider flung campaigns, and among its most diverse.
This Poitou Regiment badge will be on display, along with other items related to the campaigns on the Gulf of Mexico as part of our new "Revolutionary Anthology: Power of Place" exhibit opening this weekend!
#arevolutionaryanthology
#PowerofPlace
#frencharmy #arméefrançaise
#ticonderogacollections
May 2
#OTD, May 2 1774 the forts on Lake Champlain were in disrepair but the situation in America meant one or both may be needed again soon. Captain-Lieutenant John Montresor, an Engineer, is instructed by General Frederick Haldimand, acting Commander in Chief in America, to "proceed thither to enable yourself to furnish me with an exact estimate of the expences of thoroughly repairing Ticonderoga."
Across the Atlantic, on the same day Montresor was ordered to Ticonderoga and Crown Point, the Quebec Act entered the House of Lords. This piece of legislation would become key to British governance of Canada, and a major issue for the increasingly rebellious subjects of the 13 Anglophone colonies to the south.
#america250
May 2
The Revolution is getting closer!
Join us this season for the first installment of our 250th Anniversary "Revolutionary Anthology" exhibit. "Power of Place" explores 9 geographies of the revolutionary experience across the Atlantic World through over 100 artifacts, many drawn from the Robert Nittolo Collection, and which have never been on public display before!
#arevolutionaryanthology
#America250
#ticonderogacollections
May 1
On this #TradesTuesday, we are recaulking one of our bateaux to prepare for our upcoming opening weekend. In this #MaritimeTrade we use wooden caulking mallet and a caulking iron to force hemp fibers, soaked in pine tar, into the seams of this wooden boat. Learn more about this #historictrade in our #REALTIMEREVOLUTION event, “For the Good of the King’s Service," May 4 & 5, 2024!
https://www.fortticonderoga.org/ft_events/living-history-event-for-the-good-of-the-kings-service/
Apr 30
Experience the blend of history and natural beauty like nowhere else when you visit Fort Ticonderoga! Explore 2000-acres of America’s most historic landscape, located on the shores of Lake Champlain, nestled between New York’s Adirondack & Vermont’s Green Mountains. Create lasting memories as you embark on an unforgettable adventure that spans centuries, defined a continent, and helped forge a nation.
Hailed as the premier living history site in North America, Fort Ticonderoga’s staff brings history to life every day! Ticonderoga’s epic history and signature stories are highlighted through innovative story telling on a grand scale, historic trades, daily soldiers’ life programs, thrilling weapons demonstrations, endless outdoor activities, and captivating special events.
Fort Ticonderoga and Mount Defiance are open for visitation Tuesday-Sunday May 4-October 27, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. (last ticket sold at 4:30 p.m.). Tickets can be purchased online in advance by visiting www.fortticonderoga.org or the day-of at the Admissions Booth. General admission tickets are valid for two consecutive days!
CHECK OUT THIS YEAR`S NEW HIGHLIGHTS: https://www.fortticonderoga.org/news/fort-ticonderoga-offers-new-experiences-and-multi-day-visit-in-2024/
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Apr 29
