Fort Ticonderoga invites history buffs and families alike to step back in time with a special living history event, “To Render This Place as Tenable as Possible,” on December 7th, 2024, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
This immersive experience will transport visitors to a pivotal moment in the American Revolution – the winter of 1776. Following the Continental Army’s victory at Ticonderoga on October 28th, the event explores the challenges and triumphs faced by the soldiers as they prepared for a long, harsh winter and the uncertain future of the war.
Living History Comes Alive:
- Witness musket and cannon demonstrations: Experience the raw labor that secured liberty, as soldiers fortify Ticonderoga against a potential British invasion.
- Dramatic vignettes: See firsthand how the Northern Continental Army rallied its troops, thanking them for their service and encouraging them to reenlist.
- Life in the hospital: Explore the hardships faced by soldiers and learn about the nurses who tirelessly worked to bring them back to health.
- Soldiers’ life and trades: Discover how soldiers prepared for the coming year, from crafting essential supplies to strategizing for General Washington’s aid.
“A Bastion of Hope”:
“The victory at Ticonderoga in late 1776 was a beacon of hope during a critical time for the Continental Congress,” says Stuart Lilie, Fort Ticonderoga VP of Public History. “This living history event recreates the aftermath, showcasing the dedication required to defend Ticonderoga and its enduring impact on the American Revolution. Through these compelling programs, we share the importance of Fort Ticonderoga in the fight for independence.”
Winter Quarters Season: A New Look at Fort Ticonderoga:
“To Render This Place as Tenable as Possible” is part of Fort Ticonderoga’s exciting new Winter Quarters season, running from now through April. This season offers a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the fort in a more intimate setting, featuring engaging programs like living history events, seminars, and workshops.
Immerse yourself in history at Fort Ticonderoga this winter! Visit www.fortticonderoga.org for the full event schedule and details. Appropriate winter footwear is highly recommended for undetermined walking conditions during events.
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 70,000 visitors each year with an economic impact of more than $16 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. To view Fort Ticonderoga’s electronic press kit, click here. © The Fort Ticonderoga Association. 2024 All Rights Reserved.