Fort Ticonderoga Receives Highest National Recognition Awarded to National Museum — Re-Accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums
Fort Ticonderoga has achieved reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition awarded to national museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. Fort Ticonderoga was one of the first accredited museums in America dating to 1971. Accredited museums must undergo […]
Fort Ticonderoga will present an exciting two-day battle reenactment highlighting the epic 1777 Brown’s Raid: September 17-18, 2022
Now 245 years later, guests will witness this real-life action adventure unfold, as patriot Colonel John Brown leads a surprise attack against British troops garrisoning Fort Ticonderoga all weekend, September 17- 18. This battle reenactment weekend will recreate what has become known as Brown’s Raid, an action adventure story pulled straight from the pages of Fort […]
1759 Hut Building Weekend at Fort Ticonderoga! September 3-4, 2022
Join Fort Ticonderoga for a lively living history event September 3-4 that explores 1759 at Ticonderoga when Connecticut and Massachusetts Provincial Soldiers served as carpenters and craftsmen, building towards British victory on Lake Champlain. Highlighted programming throughout the weekend features staccato rhythms of mallets and axes as soldiers assemble timber framing. Discover the vital tools […]
Fort Ticonderoga Presents Lively Living History Event August 6-7
Featuring Dramatic Reading of the Declaration of Independence Fort Ticonderoga invites you to experience the sights and sounds of the American Army at Ticonderoga during the Sound of 1776 Living History Event August 6-7. From historic trades and weapons demonstrations to living history vignettes and music performances, discover how the beats of drums and the […]
Enhance Your Fort Ticonderoga Experience with NEW Behind-the-Scenes Programs
Fort Ticonderoga will offer guests exclusive opportunities to experience the epic history and incredible natural beauty at Fort Ticonderoga with premium experiences and programs this summer. To learn more about Fort Ticonderoga’s evening programming, visit the Fort Ticonderoga website. All prices are in addition to Fort Ticonderoga general admission and advanced purchase is required. Space […]
Celebrate the Scot in You! Fort Ticonderoga’s Popular Scots Day Returns on June 18th
For the first time since 2019, this family favorite event is back! Fort Ticonderoga invites you to explore Scottish history during our Scots Day Celebration on Saturday, June 18, 2022. The celebration of Scottish history, heritage, and culture run from 9:30 am to 5 pm. Advance tickets can be purchased on our website or at […]
Commemorate the Sacrifices of Fallen American Soldiers at Fort Ticonderoga this Memorial Day Weekend May 28-29, 2022
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 1777 and how it prepared to defend liberty at Ticonderoga through living history programs and demonstrations throughout Memorial Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May […]
Carillon Boat Cruises Highlight Discoveries of What Lies Beneath Lake Champlain
Tours operate Tuesday-Sunday starting May 27, 2022, and highlight dozens of archaeological sites The Carillon will return to Fort Ticonderoga with boat tours beginning on May 27th. The 75-minute narrated boat cruises cover some of the most archaeologically rich waters in North America while surrounded by breathtaking lake views, commanding mountains, and the majestic fort. […]
Fort Ticonderoga Receives Three Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership Grants
Fort Ticonderoga, a major cultural destination, museum, and National Historic Landmark located in New York’s 6-million-acre Adirondack Park, has been awarded three individual grants from the Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership totaling $20,000. All three grants will provide support for education, public history, and collections-related programs and projects. Funding will allow Fort Ticonderoga to expand […]
Robert Rogers and his Rangers Return to Ticonderoga during Dramatic Reenactment Saturday, February 26, 2022
Robert Rogers and his Rangers return to Fort Ticonderoga Saturday, February 26, 2022, through the dramatic 1759 Battle on Snowshoes reenactment from 10 am-4 pm! The Battle on Snowshoes event vividly recreates the final winter battle between a scout of Mohawk warriors, British Regulars, and Rogers’ Rangers, versus the French garrison of soldiers, Canadians and […]