In One Month, Fort Ticonderoga Marks 250 Years of American Independence with Signature Reenactment “Return of an Army”
With exactly one month until the 250th anniversary of American liberty, Fort Ticonderoga is preparing to showcase the reality of battlefield struggles and the fragility of the American Revolution in July 1776. Fort Ticonderoga will present the REAL TIME REVOLUTION® Signature Reenactment Event: Return of an Army on July 3-5, 2026. Staff along with reenactors will […]
Fort Ticonderoga Preserves Artifacts from the Revolutionary War Vessel Royal Savage in Honor of the 250th Anniversary
In honor of National Preservation Month, Fort Ticonderoga is proud to announce the conservation of seven artifacts recovered from the wreck of the Royal Savage, Benedict Arnold’s flagship over the summer and fall of 1776. The project will help preserve and bring these rare objects back to public view for the first time in decades, […]
Where the Revolution Was Won: Honor the Fallen at Fort Ticonderoga’s Memorial Day Weekend — May 23–24, 2026
America 250 REAL TIME REVOLUTION® brings the Continental Army of 1776 back to life — at the fort that held the line for a new nation This Memorial Day, Fort Ticonderoga invites visitors to do more than remember — to truly understand what was sacrificed. As part of the America 250 commemoration and Fort Ticonderoga’s […]
Fort Ticonderoga Charges into 2026 Fully Immersed in America’s 250th Anniversary
Offering access to 2000-acres of Historic Adventure, Boat Tours, Breathtaking Gardens, Family Programs, New Exhibits, and More! The Campaign of 1776: May 2-October 25, 2026 Tuesday-Sunday Fort Ticonderoga is a must-see destination, a center of learning, and an interactive, multi-faceted experience. Daily programs bring to life our nation’s founding history and the many signature stories […]
Fort Ticonderoga Presents Annual Homeschool Day on Friday, September 5, 2025!
Engaging hands-on programming commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution Fort Ticonderoga will host Homeschool Day on Friday, September 5, 2025, from 9:30am-5:00pm. Homeschool students and their parents will participate in immersive programs, visit museum exhibitions, and explore the historic site, including the King’s Garden, Carillon Battlefield Hiking Trail, and the Heroic Corn Maze. […]
Fort Ticonderoga Welcomes Fall with Exciting Programming!
From the shores of Lake Champlain to the heights of Mount Defiance, Fort Ticonderoga offers picturesque views around every corner and family-friendly activities this fall that capture the essence of the season. Ticonderoga’s defining history and signature stories are highlighted through innovative story telling on a grand scale, historic trades, daily soldiers’ life programs, enriching […]
Fort Ticonderoga Continues Thrilling Summer Experiences for all Ages!
Fort Ticonderoga, the iconic historic site nestled between the heights of Mount Defiance and the serene shores of Lake Champlain, offers an unparalleled lineup of NEW and enhanced programs for summer 2025. Designed to captivate visitors of all ages, these experiences bring America’s epic history to life like never before, ensuring lifelong memories of historic […]
Fort Ticonderoga Receives Funding to Support Regional Youth Programming
Fort Ticonderoga recently received a grant from the South Lake Champlain Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation to support a regional youth maritime expeditionary learning program Maritime Artificer’s Apprentice for student and scout field trips, and as virtual or in-classroom outreach, during the 2025-2026 school year. This inquiry-based maritime trades program illustrates the construction of […]
Fort Ticonderoga Unveils Thrilling New Summer Experiences for All Ages!
Step into History with Immersive Programs, Family Adventures, and Exclusive Tours Fort Ticonderoga, the iconic historic site nestled between the heights of Mount Defiance and the serene shores of Lake Champlain, is excited to announce an unparalleled lineup of NEW and enhanced programs for summer 2025. Designed to captivate visitors of all ages, these experiences […]
Declare your Independence at Fort Ticonderoga, July 4-6!
Fort Ticonderoga will celebrate Independence Day with special events and programs throughout the holiday weekend, July 4-6, 2025! Experience the early days Revolutionary War where the first Continental Army soldiers fought for liberty. Guests will see the first citizen-soldiers of the American Revolution preparing guns, big and small to defend Ticonderoga and Lake Champlain. Thrill […]